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Romanov sheep are frequently raised for meat. Although they aren’t the largest sheep you can raise, they grow quickly and reach maturity in just a few months. A mature Romanov weighs around 100-180lbs. The meat is known for being tender and flavorful. Plus, Romanov sheep are good at converting mediocre-quality pastureland to usable forage, meaning you can graze them in less than ideal locations. 

Romanov meat is unique in that it is extremely mild and lean – there is no back fat on the carcass. Most Romanovs carry their fat internally in the kidney area so it is cut away when processed. You’ll yield about 50% from a dressed carcass. 

Merino is a type of breed that is known for its excellent wool quality. Its origins around founded in Spain near the beginning of the 12th century. Like all sheep, the Merino is descended from the Mouflon, wild sheep. Most of the world sheep population are wool producers. The Merino was imported to Australia where the world's highest quality of wool is produced. The Merino always had fine quality wool, The Merino is a medium-sized sheep with white legs and faces.

is a breed of domestic sheep from Ukraine. It is also known by some other names such as Askaniysky, Askanian Fine Fleece sheep, and Ukrainian.

Weight

• Male:

  40 kg to  80 kg

• Female:

  50 kg to 78 kg

Height

69 cm (27 in)

Wool colorWhite

Horn statusRams are horned and ewes can be either horned or polled (hornless)

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