Welsh Sheep Genetics Programme - Eligibility Criteria
In order to be eligible to take part in the programme, your flock must meet the below eligibility criteria. Any breeds not listed below will not be considered eligible for this programme.
Eligible Sheep Breeds/Types | |
TIER 1 | TIER 2 |
Breeds - include: | Breeds - include: |
Welsh Mountain (hardy type), Welsh Mountain including: Llandovery Whiteface, Improved Welsh, Talybont Welsh, Tregaron Welsh, South Wales Mountain, Glamorgan Welsh Mountain, Black Welsh Mountain, Badgerfaced Welsh Mountain, Balwen Welsh Mountain. Welsh Beulah Speckled Faced (different types within), North Country Cheviot (Hill & Park types) Brecknock Hill Cheviot | Lleyn, Romney, Bluefaced Leicester, Charmoise Hill |
Minimum Flock Size | |
Minimum flock size: 50 breeding ewes | Minimum flock size: 15 breeding ewes |
Important notes:
- All flocks must be purebred (no crossbreds/ crossbreeding allowed)
- Please include as much detail as possible in application form regarding flock numbers.