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The Exmoor Mule is derived from using a Blue Faced Leicester Ram on an Exmoor Horn ewe. The resultant crossbred ewe is considered by many as one of the finest mules available.
Exmoor Mule Sheep
The Exmoor Mule retains many of the qualities of the Exmoor Horn; it has a quiet temperament and is easy to contain and handle, whilst exhibiting the improved hybrid vigour performance of the crossbred animal. The lambs achieve good weight gains from grass and finish easily at around 18-22 kgs deadweight.
The influence of the Blue Faced Leister produces a good sized, long animal of good confirmation and excellent fat to weight ratio.
Exmoor Mule Sheep
Key Points of the Exmoor Mule
Prolific -
Lambing percentage of 160-200%
Longevity -
Hardwearing ewe that holds its teeth. It will thrive from sea level to 1,500ft
Maternal Ability -
Excellent mother. Very milky ewe which give lambs an excellent start
Premium Quality Lamb -
Produces lambs of approx 18-22g deadweight 2-3L fatness and U / R+ conformation
Hard Feet -
Sound feet and legs giving very little foot trouble
Low Flock Depreciation -
Long lived and cheaply maintained with lower replacement costs relative to other comparable crossbreds. The Exmoor Horn makes a big contribution to overall flock profitability
Contributed by: Ingid Fuller
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