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The Effects Of Shearing Time And Stocking Rate On Wool Production, R J. Lightfoot
The Effects Of Shearing Time And Stocking Rate On Wool Production, R J. Lightfoot
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
THE results of the first experiment comparing "autumn" versus "spring" shearing over a two-year period were published in 1960.
In this experiment the autumn-shorn ewes cut heavier greasy fleeces (even though they also reared considerably more lambs) with less tender wool, resulting in a higher average return per head from this group.
The autumn-shorn wool carried more seed, was less attractive and contained relatively more pieces than did the spring-shorn wool.
More Sheep Per Acre, Department Of Agriculture, Western Australia
More Sheep Per Acre, Department Of Agriculture, Western Australia
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
In the late 1950's agricultural scientists in Western Australia became convinced that much of the improved pasture in the agricultural areas of the State was going to waste.
The results of the early trials resulted in many farm demonstrations of higher carrying capacities on improved pastures in southern agricultural areas.
The Avondale Stocking Rate Experiment, L D. White, R. J. Lightfoot, R. N. Glencross
The Avondale Stocking Rate Experiment, L D. White, R. J. Lightfoot, R. N. Glencross
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
THERE is now ample evidence that stocking rates well above the usual district levels can be carried in the Avon Valley.
However, many aspects of increasing stocking rates still require investigation, particularly with lambing ewes and young sheep.
Stocking Rates On Light Land : Wongan Hills Research Station, R J. Lightfoot, W. L. Mcgarry
Stocking Rates On Light Land : Wongan Hills Research Station, R J. Lightfoot, W. L. Mcgarry
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
THE two most important things that determine the rate of return on invested capital in Merino sheep breeding and grazing are the stocking rate and lambing percentage.
Stocking Rates On Cyprus Barrel Medic In The Northern Wheatbelt, R J. Parkin
Stocking Rates On Cyprus Barrel Medic In The Northern Wheatbelt, R J. Parkin
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
IN May 1963, some three weeks after germination, a 4th year stand of Cyprus barrel medic was stocked with Merino wethers.
These same sheep are still grazing the area after three years.
Heavy Rate Set Stocking : Esperance Downs Research Station, R J. Doyle
Heavy Rate Set Stocking : Esperance Downs Research Station, R J. Doyle
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
THIS article describes a stocking rate demonstration in one paddock at Esperance Downs Research Station, using Merino wethers.
Since December 1961, the area has supported 530 to 540 Merino wethers under continuous grazing.
Rate Of Stocking, Rate Of Fertiliser In The Chapman Valley, R J. Parkin
Rate Of Stocking, Rate Of Fertiliser In The Chapman Valley, R J. Parkin
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
THE Chapman Valley embraces a relatively small area of country, following generally the course of the Chapman River.
The Chapman Valley proper extends from just north-east of Geraldton to Nanson, Nabawa and Naraling and includes on its fringes, areas of Narra Tarra, Moonyoonooka and areas west of Nabawa towards Northampton.
Stocking Rate And Wool Production At Kojonup, Davies H. Lloyd, A. W. Humphries
Stocking Rate And Wool Production At Kojonup, Davies H. Lloyd, A. W. Humphries
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
RESEARCH workers in several parts of the world have recognised the overriding importance of stocking rate in raising animal production per acre.
This article describes some of the initial work on the effect of stocking rate on wool production and liveweight change in medium-Peppin Merino sheep.
The work was carried out at the C.S.I.R.O. "Glen Lossie" Field Station at Kojonup, Western Australia.