Suffolks

Why did we choose New Zealand Suffolks?

We wanted a breed of sheep which could perform well of a grass based system, have reduced costs and reduced labour input especially at lambing time. We believe the New Zealand Suffolk and their offspring provide these benefits

Benefits of using a New Zealand Suffolk Ram

– New Zealand Suffolk rams and ram lambs are keen to work, Ram lambs can easily serve 40+ ewes, mature rams 100+ ewes.

– Can be used on all other ewe breeds – Suitable for use on ewe lambs

– Longevity: often live 6-8 years or more – There are fewer problems at lambing so reducing labour requirement

– Prolific – our pure bred suffolks scan over 185%, crossbreds can san over 200%

New Zealand Suffolk Rams sire lambs which are : 

– Easily born due to their wedge shape and fine shoulders – Good will to live

– Vigorous with lots of “get up and go” – Quick get up and suck

–  Hardy, ideal for outdoor lambing – Thrive well and finish off grass

New Zealand Suffolk Rams can be used as Terminal or Maternal Sires

– Crossbred ewes make excellent mothers – Crossbred ewes maintain their condition on a grass based system

– Crossbred females are prolific scanning up to 200% – Crossbred females are very maternal

– Crossbred females have bigger pelvises so less difficulties at lambing