Romney
Originally from the Kent Marshes in England, the Romney came to Australia in 1872. It produces a heavy, long wool of 200mm in length and 30-40 micron fibre diameter. This is a major reason why the Romney was used as a foundation breed in the development of some of the newer carpet-wool breeds. It is ideally suited to the temperate, medium to high rainfall areas of south eastern Australia. The Romney is polled, large framed and is able to produce a large, relatively lean carcase, especially when crossed with one of the many meat breeds available today.
Further information is available from:
The Australian Romney Association
82 Highett Street
Richmond VIC 3121
www.assba.com.au
