Lincoln
The Lincoln is claimed to be the parent of all the long wool breeds of England and was used in the development of the Corriedale and Polwarth breeds in Australia. It was imported in the early 1980s. It produces a long (300mm - 400mm), heavy fleece of around 38 microns in diameter, but also produces a large, lean carcase, especially if crossed with a Downs type meat breed.
Further information is available from:
The Secretary, Australian Cheviot Sheep Association
71 Duke Street
Richmond VIC 3121
www.assba.com.au
