Please find your 2025 NZ Sheepbreeders Annual Return under ‘Resources‘.
- We just want to know the numbers of ewes mated and to what purebred ram(s) in either your purebred and/or grading up studs or both.
Any 2023 ewes/2024 ewe lambs mated last year should now be included in ADULTS. - For all Purebred lambs born please forward a copy of your DNA testing results. The following companies can undertake your DNA testing from samples:
Testing facilities – Massey DNA Lab https://epagsc.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/ovine-test-request
Ag Research Ltd https://www.agresearch.co.nz/genomnz
Zoetis https://www.zoetis.co.nz/livestocksolutions/sheepsolutions/flock-health-solutions/genetics.aspx
Neogen https://www.pbbnz.com/services/genomics/sheep/ - Also a copy of any brucellosis accreditation certificates. Testing is to be done annually. Please consult your vet when he/she comes next to arrange tests.
- For embryos implanted also could you please send vet’s or AI Centre’s, etc documents with verification of these.
- If you can’t get your return in by 31 May 2025 – late returns incur a penalty of up to $20 per week and no return is $100.00.
Kind regards
Nicky