Drysdale
The Drysdale was bred from Romney sheep by selecting animals that grew coarse wool. Drysdale have rougher, more open fleece than the Romney; and Drysdale rams have horns, while Romney rams have none.
Perendale
The Perendale was bred by crossing the Romney and the Cheviot. Perendale are hardier and more fertile than Romney.
Coopworth
The Coopworth was bred by crossing the Romney and the Border Leicester. Coopworth have good fertility, lamb growth rates and wool quality.
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The Romney breed of sheep has been the foundation for the selection or breeding of three new sheep breeds in New Zealand. Click on a thumbnail to see a larger picture of each sheep breed.
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