Effects of Age, Sex and Body Weight on Greasy Fleece Yield and Fleece Characteristics in Akkaraman Sheep
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2008
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indian veterinary Journal
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Fleece characteristics have economic significance in sheep. The price paid for the fleeces is based on fleece characteristics, therefore, it is important to assess these traits and determine the potential for their improvement (Tabbaa et at, 2001). The Akkaraman the most common sheep breed in Turkey is a fat-tailed used for meat, milk and wool production. Fleece yield and characteristics at first shearing for native sheep breeds in Turkey have not been thorouhgly investigated. The aim of this study was to determine effects of age, sex and body weight on greasy fleece yield and fleece characteristics at first shearing in Akkaraman sheep.
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Q4
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85
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12
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1309
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1311