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- Proven genetic ability of our stock.
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DNA Testing identifies animals carrying this mutation
Overseas Research in Norwegian White Sheep
showed increased EBV for NLB of 0.20 -0.25 for Rams carrying one copy of the gene and 0.46-0.57 for Rams carrying two copies.
Ewes carrying two copies of the gene are fully fertile. This gene variant is believed to originate from Finnish Landrace. Probably introduced to Blackdale by one of our foundation Texel ewes with Finnish Texel ancestry. Now mainly in our Texel Coopworth flock.
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Our Aim
- - Expand the base of females carrying the gene.
- - Incorporate GDF9, GDF8 (Myomax) and footrot resistance in our flocks.
- - Evaluate the impact of GDF9 on fertility in NZ sheep.
- - Various breeds carrying the gene are now available.
- - Forefront of measuring our methane emissions through chambers reducing co2 footprints while improving overall productivity of flocks.
Our Mission
To be one of the world’s best sheep genetics providers. Blackdale Stud is making the GDF9 Fertility Gene available to the breeders.
Our Vision
To provide quality sires and genetic improvement to our clients. We will invest in genetic technologies that help create greater value through the use of our genetics. Blackdale will evaluate and compare our sheep genetics in NZ, under all types of environments as well as oversees evaluation systems.
The Blackdale Stud Timeline
History of the Blackdale Stud Farm – Began with sheep production and farm development in 1956 by Peter.
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