Which breed is known for their superior fine wool? So much so that they often name the breed on products?
Merino
Which 3 characteristics are desirable for conformation in both meat and dairy breeds?
Spring of rib, long body, level topline
What does an "aseasonal breeder" refer to?
An animal that does not have a defined season of breeding and/or only breeds once a year
Why would a producer select for a reduced fiber diameter as a genetic selection criteria?
Improve fleece quality
What is the top terminal sire breed used in the US?
Suffolk
T/F - the Kiko breed was developed by crossbreeding feral goats from New Zealand
True
A breed registry is an association that determines and upholds ________.
The breed standards
The term "good conformation" refers to which of the following?
Structural soundness
Which of the following are listed as desirable breed traits?
High cutability, strong maternal traits, # of offspring
What are 3 breeds of dairy goats?
Alpine, Toggenburg, Sable
What are 2 traits that create body capacity in a sheep or goat?
Spring of rib and depth of chest
What are abnormalities of the head and neck?
Overbite, underbite, cleft palate
Which breed of sheep has a "rat tail" due to the lack of wool on it?
East Friesian
T/F - a polled breed develops horns later in life
False
What is the purpose of cross breeding?
To improve offspring performance in specific traits
T/F - the full-blood Boer and the American Boer have the same genetic lineage
False
The rapid growth of the Boer breed is impressive in that they are able to reach weights of 80 pounds by ________ days of age
90
What is the term used to describe having trouble birthing?
Dystocia
Why is year-round breeding a desirable trait for meat breeds?
Attain better market prices