Maternals


Chromedale

Chromedale

The Chromedale Maternals are the sheep that put Chrome Sheep Studs on the map when they were developed back in 2004.

Chromedale ELFs

Chromedale ELFs

We introduced “early lambing” genetics into a subset of our primary Chromedale ewes several years ago to cater to producers’ specific needs.

Pererndale

Perendale

Chrome Perendale rams are a sire for lamb producers looking to moderate frame, reduce leg and accelerate early maturity.

Coopworth

The Coopworth breed makes up the backbone of many self-replacing ewe flocks in Southern Australia and for a very good reason.

Chrome Coopworth Sheep Genetics
F1 July 2023 Drop Shedding Composite Ram Lambs

Chrome Shedders

The Chrome Shedders represent an exciting new venture at Chrome Sheep Studs, emerging in response to industry pressures concerning shearing, crutching, labour costs/shortages and animal welfare issues.

Breeding Aims

  • Structurally Correct

    - with good sound feet, legs and pasterns.

  • Tough & Hardy

    - animals suited to the high rainfall zones of Southern Australia.

  • Maximise Genetic Gain

    - through stringent visual selection aided by recording on Lambplan.

  • High Fertility

    Stud ewes must twin regularly to maintain their position in the stud.

  • Good Mothering Ability

    All ewes are scored for their mothering ability when the lambs are tagged at birth.

  • Footrot Tolerant

    - by using DNA analysis to identify superior sires.

  • Dag Free

    Sheep are challenged on farm and daggy sheep culled

  • To Breed a Type

    Every ewe is individually assigned to a sire at classing to maintain a type.

  • Worm Resistant

    We have successfully established a no drench stud ewe flock for ewes over 2yo.

  • Maximum Kilos

    - of lambs weaned per kilo of ewe mated.

  • Frame Size

    Maintain a moderate adult frame size.