cutting edge genetics

SRS® Genetics – Providing the genetic solution to mulesing while producing ALL-purpose Merinos with high fleece weight of fine wool.

Redesigning the Merino - Since the unique SRS® Breeding System began in 1988 the overarching objective has been to breed a plain-bodied Merino with high levels of wool fibre density and fibre length and superior quality.

Today over 40 Merino and Poll Merino studs are implementing the SRS®  Breeding System to supply cutting edge genetics to over 1200 commercial growers across Australia and improve enterprise profitability. 100% of our Studs use ASBVs.

Key Benefits:

SRS® Merinos:

• are plain-bodied with minimal skin wrinkle, are naturally resistant to fly strike and do not require mulesing;
• produce high fleece weights of fine, silky soft wool;
• are easy to shear and easy to manage, requiring minimal chemical use;
• are extremely fertile and weaning averages over 120% are commonly seen; and
• have excellent muscle patterning and fat reserves and therefore bounce back quickly after drought, pregnancy and lactation, saving a fortune in supplementary feeding costs.

For more information on certified SRS® Merino Studs around Australia click here.

To hear what commercial wool producers from across Australia have to say about SRS® Genetics click here.