At Boxleigh Park Merinos we are passionate about the future of merinos in Australia.
Our breeding objectives have been honed to point directly towards the easy-care, highly profitable and versatile modern merino sheep we produce now.
Technology
The use of modern-day technology and electronic tags has enabled us to gain a greater insight into our genetic traits and traceability. These processes have complemented our keen eye for a ‘good type’.
As these modern technologies advance, so will we.
Genetic traits being recorded:
• Fat Cover
• Eye muscle depth
• Growth
• Fleece weight
• Fleece testing (fibre diameter)
• Faecal egg count
• Breach wrinkle
• Breach cover
• DNA testing (PP)
Sires
BP 181057 has had a huge impact on Boxleigh Park stud in recent years. His strong carcass along with exceptional wool has bred future generations with great success. His progeny will be available at this year’s Ram sale.
BP 181057 was entered into the Balmoral and Bathurst sire evaluations 2022.