Registration Deadline is December 15, 2024
Key Details:
- Registration Deadline: 15 December 2024
- Trial Start Date: April 2025
- Sheep Selection: 2024 drop Merino wether lambs
Host: Craig Wilson Livestock
Sponsors: MerinoLink, Moses & Son,
The Australian Merino Production Trial (AMPT) is back for another round, following the outstanding success of the 2024 trial. The 2025-2027 trial will commence at the Temora Agriculture and Innovation Centre in April 2025, and registrations are now open.
With the trial offering a unique opportunity for Merino breeders to evaluate their flocks' genetic performance and productivity, it's the perfect time to get involved.
Each team will consist of 30 wethers, divided into two groups:
- 15 wethers will be sent to Fletchers' feedlot at Kiargathur Station, Condobolin
- 15 wethers will be run on pasture for two years at one of three locations: Yorke Peninsula, SA, Kiargathur Station, Condobolin, NSW, or Temora Ag & Innovation Centre, Temora, NSW.
Highlights:
- Year 1 analysis from the current trial revealed teams excelling in both paddock and feedlot environments.
- The final results of the current trial will be released in March.
This trial is an essential tool for self-replacing Merino breeders, offering a thorough analysis of genetic traits like fleece weight, reproduction, and carcass traits.
It is designed to benchmark genetic capacity, allowing breeders to evaluate the performance of their flocks in diverse environments. The trial parameters also offer team linkage across all participating sites, providing comprehensive data on how each team performs.
By participating, you’ll gain invaluable insights to help shape the future of your flock.
How to Register
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of the 2025-2027 Australian Merino Production Trial—submit your entry today!
Download the entry form from the website, or contact Moses & Son today to schedule your consultation and take the first step towards a healthier, more productive flock!
