About Black Welsh Mountain Sheep

rnrnHardiness and self-reliance are the outstanding features ofrnthis ancient breed. Hill flocks of this breed, in normal conditions, require nornsupplementary feeding, they thrive on the short rough grasses and herbage ofrnthe unploughable uplands. They are an ideal breed for the smallholder as wellrnas being used in their natural environment on the hill. They are a good breed forrnchildren to work with as they are shown on halters and the lambs are easy tornhandle. They cross well with terminal breeds to produce good quality tasty meatrnboth as a crossbred and as a purebred. Average mature ewe weighs 45kg, ramsrn60-65kg.

rnrnContent and Photo Source: National Sheep Associationrnrn