Wiltshire Horn
An ancient British breed, the Wiltshire Horn was introduced into Australia in 1952. Their easy-care, wool-shedding habit has interested those wishing to keep a few sheep for local slaughter and grass control.
They are a lean meat breed with a reasonable frame. Rams are excellent as terminal sires in crossbreeding with other breeds for prime lamb production. They are a horned breed with a short wool coat that is shed in spring, leaving a hairy undercoat for summer. Wiltshire Horn breeders use Meat & Livestock Australia’s LAMBPLAN® to assist in genetic improvement.
Further information is available from:
AWHSA
Post Office, Gundaroo NSW 2620
www.wiltshirehorn.asn.au
