DIFFERENCES

Although originating from an identical genetic base, NZ Suffolks differ in many ways from current UK Suffolks in physical and management terms

Physical

NZ Suffolk traits

UK Suffolk traits

Fine headyesno
Less boneyesno
fine shoulderyesno

Management

Large stud flocks300/40030/30
Larmb outdoorsyesno
Concentratesnoyes
Trim feetnoyes
Cull for footrotyesA minority are beginnint too!

Ease of lambing recorded = finer shoulder

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