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Fleece characteristics and the wool follicle population of the Merilin, a Uruguayan sheep breed
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 02 September 2010
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Total follicle density, primary follicle density, secondary follicle density, secondary/primary ratio and incidence of medullated fibres were studied in skin specimens from 78 2-year-old Merilin rams representing nine parent studs in Uruguay. The limited data available suggest that the studs sampled may fall into various groups, although separation into distinct groups is not equally well defined for all variables measured. Consequently, a firm conclusion about the Merilin awaits further information on fleece weight, staple length and body weight.
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