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Two fine-fleeced sheep breeds are bred at Kabiuk State Company: Caucasian Merino and Askanian Merino. Blood of Australian Merino has been infused thus achieving two main effects: the fleece colour was changed from cream to white, which is an advantage, and the softness was improved. Ewes yield 5-7 kg of fleece while with the rams it reaches 14-18 kg. Live weight of ewes is 55-65 kg; rams can be 120 kg. |