Charollais sheep were first imported into the UK in 1976 from the same area of France as Charollais cattle. The breed has grown in popularity in the UK to over 700 registered flocks and is now the 2nd most used terminal sire.
Renowned for being hard-working, Charollais rams reach sexually maturity from 7 months of age and will work for most of the year. The rams give shepherds and ewes easier lambing due to the skeletal structure of the breed; without heavy bone, broad shoulders or big heads makes lambing a joy. Charollais ewes have strong maternal traits and an extended breeding season.
The Charollais Sheep Society, together with Charollais Sires the breed’s performance recorded group, is involved in many trials:
With quick growth and efficient conversion of forage, the Charollais breed is highly suitable for the demand of energy efficient ruminants in the world meat trade. Fast growth of protein from grass is efficient and sustainable.
Picture provided by Charollais Sheep Society
For more information visit:
UK – Charollais Sheep Society
http://www.charollaissheep.com/
USA - no association available
