Enhancing Prime Lamb Production using Australian Sheep Breeding Values (ASBVs) Project.
SheepMetriX are coordinating this Prime Lamb Sire Evaluation as part of an integrated MLA R&D Producer Demonstrate Project, which commenced in January 2026. The aim of the project is to capture the genetic differences between sires for key traits, both on-farm and across the supply chain, including growth, animal health, emissions intensity, and meat eating quality, using the new combined LAMBPLAN evaluation.
Why are Sire Evaluations Important…
Provide objective data on sire performance for key production, health, eating quality and emissions traits.
Support informed ram selection decisions using ASBVs and genomics.
Benchmark genetics within and across flocks and supply chains.
Improve productivity, profitability and processor compliance outcomes.
Accelerate genetic gain and adoption of the combined LAMBPLAN evaluation.
Evaluating some of LAMBPLANs most exciting Sire’s:
Working with terminal and maternal stud ram breeders across Australia…
Host Location: Bowning NSW
Ewe Base Bloodline: Yarrawonga merino ewes
Number of Sire Entrants: 14 (including 2 link Sires
Number of Ewes to AI: 580
Benchmarking the Best in Prime Lamb Genetics…
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Project Objectives & Information
SheepMetriX are coordinating a Prime Lamb Sire Evaluation as part of an integrated MLA R&D Producer Demonstrate Project, commencing January 2026. The aim of the project is to capture the genetic differences between sires for key traits, both on-farm and across the supply chain, including growth, animal health, emissions intensity, and meat eating quality, using the new combined LAMBPLAN evaluation.
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2026 Prime Lamb Sire Evaluation Updates
The first stage of this process is underway, 14 nominated sires were AI’ed in January 2026, and preg scanning rates were strong. Lambing will commence in the coming months. Join the mailing list to receive updates into your inbox.
Exciting Data Collection Opportunities to come:
