Understanding lambs & carcass for better returns

“This booklet highlights the good and the bad in terms of carcass quality, fat levels and conformation. Its aim is to help producers understand the specifications of the market and to illustrate some of the factors that can effect carcass value and therefore producer returns.”—Steve Powdrill, National Selection Specialist, UK

Understanding lamb and carcasses for better returns

(EBLEX exists to enhance the profitability and sustainability of the English lamb and beef sectors. It is funded by a statutory check-off paid on all beef and sheep animals slaughtered in or live animals exported from England.)