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March Newsletter 2020

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 →

February Newsletter 2020

Australian Dohne Breeders and members were invited to the Annual Forum in Adelaide this month. For those in attendance the chance was had to become informed and educated on the proposed direction of the Association and the Dohne Breed. Daniel Brown and Emma McCrabb from Sheep Genetics presented on a number of topics: predominantly the proposed Combined Analysis, but once again gave insight and explanation on data collection, accuracy and helped breeders in a one on one setting to understand their individual queries. Continue reading →

Christmas Newsletter 2019

Congratulations on the successful ram sales conducted across the country especially considering the drought much of Australia is and has experienced. Nationally rams sold at auction to a top of $13000 and an 82% average clearance rate. Continue reading →

December Newsletter 2019

Rob was one of the first sheepmen to introduce the Dohne into South Australia after seeing the breed displayed at the Broken Hill AgFair in the early 2000’s. After lengthy discussions with his father luckily Rob won the battle and the Babirra Dohne Stud was founded. Over the years Rob and Marg travelled extensively to source some of the best genetics in the country. From these beginnings the Babirra bloodline was born. Continue reading →

November Newsletter 2019

October Ram Sale Results - Sale reports and photos on behalf of – Stock and Land,  Farm Weekly Continue reading →

October Newsletter 2019

The Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia have generously made a special section of their wool display for Dohne Fleeces. This is a very good way to show wool industry participants the quality and styles of wool that are available on the modern Dohne. Continue reading →

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Australian Dohne Breeders' Association
Australian Dohne Breeders' Association11 hours ago
AUSTRALIAN DOHNE MERINOS ON THE WORLD STAGE!
Great to see former Australian Dohne Breeders' Association President Greg Hall sharing an Australian perspective at the 2026 World Dohne Merino Conference in South Africa!
Greg caught up with Farmer's Weekly SA journalist Glenneis Kriel to discuss the conference, the future of wool production and the important role Dohne Merinos play in Australian sheep farming.
A fantastic opportunity to showcase the versatility, productivity and dual-purpose benefits of the Dohne Merino breed, while strengthening connections with our international Dohne community.
Well done, Greg, and thank you for continuing to promote Australian Dohne Merinos on the world stage!
🎥 Watch the interview below!
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Australian Dohne Breeders' Association
Australian Dohne Breeders' Association13 hours ago
FLEECE ASSESSMENT IN ACTION!
Greg Hall from the Australian Dohne Breeders' Association (ADBA) runs through the fleece assessment process with teachers Melissa Hughes Condobolin High School and Chelsea Reeve Red Bend Catholic College at the 2026 Community Bank Gilgandra & Central West Bendigo Bank NSW Dohne Prime Lamb Schools Competition
The session provided valuable insights into the key characteristics of a quality Dohne Merino fleece, including wool quality, fibre diameter, staple length, strength and overall fleece presentation.
A great opportunity for teachers to gain further knowledge and understanding of fleece assessment, helping them support their students in developing practical skills and an appreciation of the wool industry.
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