The Association’s Dohne Sire Evaluation Trial Committee is excited to invite Stud members to nominate sires for the 2021 Coonong Dohne Sire Evaluation Trial. The Committee is confident that this project will be important to the development of our breed in Australia, and are pleased to be working with the Australian Merino Sire Evaluation Association on this trial. The Committee would also like to acknowledge the enthusiasm of the site hosts; Tom and Sophie Holt of Coonong Station. Continue reading →

Concerns over Coronavirus has meant the cancellation of many events including Australian Sheep and Wool Show, Lambex, Hamilton Sheepvention as well as numerous local shows and displays. It goes without saying studs still need to prepare for upcoming ram sales and will need to consider options around advertising, marketing and promoting your “brand”. Social and Digital media is everywhere in society today. The Dohne handbook is a great promotional item that covers all aspects of the Dohne breed. View and share this Dohne handbook with clients by email and/or social media platforms. Continue reading →

Tissue Sampling Units (TSU's) are now the best method of collecting DNA samples for both parentage or Genomics testing. They protect the integrity and provide secure storage of the material. By using scanners and bar-codes, it is easy to send identifying files to the processing facility. TSU's are manufactured by Allflex and are available through your retailer; so are the application tools as pictured. Continue reading →

Breeders are encouraged to collect blood samples from key sires and dams and send to Sheep Genetics. Any sheep can be sampled, but those with tested progeny will yield more rapid genomic results for the breed. Individuals may not see results in the short term, but as a breed society we need to get the genomics to back up our current testing and ensure we don’t get left behind in the technology stakes. Allen Kelly is the contact for more information, his details are on the sidebar. Continue reading →

It was not surprising that his progeny were trait leaders for growth rates and Breech Wrinkle scores. What also showed was their evenness of type and excellent body conformation, in particular their legs and feet, which was vastly different to many other groups. This Dohne sire progeny group was average or above average for 3 out of the 4 Merino Select Indices. Continue reading →

Ram Sale Results - 44 rams sold to $2750 and averaged $1370. The 2019 Balmoral Merino Sire Evaluation trial field day attracted nearly 300 from three states to inspect the sheep in the trial and listen to guest speakers. This year's field day will be held on Friday 13th March 2020. Continue reading →