Persian sheep
The Persian sheep is a fat-tailed breed of domestic sheep from Somalia, Africa, bred primarily for meat.
Description
History of Persian sheep
About the Dorper Sheep Breed
To begin with, Dorper sheep originated in the 1930s to meet the demand for meat production in semi-arid and arid regions. Today, it ranks among the most profitable sheep breeds due to its ability to thrive under harsh conditions without compromising growth and meat quality. Persian sheep for sale
Physical Characteristics
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Coat: Short, light coat that sheds naturally, reducing shearing needs
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Color: Blackhead Dorper (black head, white body) and White Dorper (entirely white)
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Size: Rams weigh 90–120 kg, ewes 60–80 kg under good conditions
Why Farmers Choose Dorper Sheep
Fast Growth – Lambs reach market weight quickly
Premium Meat – Lean, tender meat with excellent taste
Low Maintenance – Hardy breed with natural shedding coat
Adaptability – Performs well in dry, hot climates
Dorper Sheep for Export
Secondly, At Farm Trade Global, we export Dorper sheep from South Africa to farmers in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. We supply healthy, genetically superior animals, fully vaccinated and certified for international trade. Our team handles veterinary checks, quarantine, and safe transport by air or sea, ensuring your livestock arrives in top condition.
📞 Contact us today to order Dorper sheep for breeding or meat production and grow your farm with one of the world’s most profitable sheep breeds.
In conclusion, Harlequin or Speckled sheep have solid coloured heads, legs and tails, while the body is covered with spots and patches on a white background. The pattern on each sheep is unique and can be black, brown, red, tri-colour or blue.
The kleur kop or coloured head is entirely white, except for the head which can be either black, brown, red, tri-colour or blue.
- Raised primarily for meat
- Very healthy breed and with the ability to put on fat in tough grazing conditions
- This breed is known for its fertility
- No lambing problems
- Even temperament
- Low water intake
- Effective foraging ability
- High quality soft leather (known as Cape glover)
- Excellent mother line for crossbreeding
- Ability to breed every eight months and to produce a high number of twins
- Ewes lactate for approximately 84 days, produce 50 kg (110 lb) of milk with 5.9% fat
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