Burr/Seed Details (Sheep)

The quantity of burr & seed in the fleece should be nominated as well as the type where possible.

Burr

  • Nil – No burr of any type
  • Very light - Very odd burr only
  • Light - Very few burrs of any type on belly, lower points, head, breech
  • Medium - Moderate quantity of burr on belly, brisket, flanks
  • Heavy - Burr extends above mid rib area and most parts of body

Seed

  • None Observed - Nil
  • Very Light - Very few surface seeds only
  • Light - Very few seed on belly, lower points, brisket
  • Medium - Moderate number of seeds on belly, brisket, flanks.
  • Heavy - Obvious large number off seeds over most of the body

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