| 57 on production outcomes RURAL PEOPLE » Grassendale Genetics INNEWZEALAND We’re here for the good of the country. As a 100% NZ-owned mutual, we’re not here for the bank accounts of overseas owners. We’re here for the New Zealand farmers and growers who are our members. Ask around about us, or give us call on 0800 366 466. Contact Quenten Robertson 06 370 8231 or 027 345 0773 primeshearing@xtra.co.nz PO Box 492 Masterton 5840 “For all your shearing needs” We also want sheep that can maintain stable body condition year round without us having to condition score them all the time.” Scanning percentages were in the low 170s before going to Grassendale Genetics but are now in the 180s with 4% triplets and a good ratio of twins and singles. “We’ve got them to where we want them to be and are meeting our goals on reducing mortality from scanning to lambs on the truck.” In spite of a drought last summer, they tailed more lambs than ever. “It speaks volumes on what we are achieving with Grassendale Genetics.” Dean says they are also achieving better wool production and that’s helping their bottom line too.
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