Peta will work part time in the role until she finishes her degree in October when she will begin full time as the Dohne/MS Development Office. Continue reading →
Following an invitation by the Chile and Uruguay Dohne Associations, Allan Casey visited South America in May and June 2017 to assist with the development of the Dohne breed being undertaken by the Chile and Argentina Associations. Continue reading →
Last month council commenced a four state roadshow informing members about the past, present and future plans for the Dohne breed.
Western Australia and South Australia are completed with Victoria and NSW still to be conducted. Continue reading →
Dohne lamb proving popular
The Currey family has been breeding Dohne sheep for more than 12 years, with their lamb proving popular through their latest farm-to-plate venture, the Bogewong Butcher Co shop. Frustrated by a lack of control over lamb prices and keen to add value to their mixed farming operation, Mark and Caitlin Currey purchased an existing butcher shop in Walgett in January 2024. "The Dohne lambs have excellent growth rates and fat cover, and we're seeing a good amount of intramuscular fat coming through for improved eating quality, which is really pleasing.
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