Suffolks are now found throughout the world’s sheep producing countries. They are the flag-ship breed in the British Isles and recognised as the leading terminal sire on a variety of ewes to produce top quality prime lamb.
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The Suffolk sheep breed is perhaps the most commonly used purebred sheep breed in the United States and are a frequent choice for commercial shepherds as terminal sires in crossbreeding programs. History of the Suffolk Sheep Breed.
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The Suffolk Sheep breed originated in the United Kingdom off the rugged coast southeastern coast. They are the result of the crossing of Norfolk Horn ewes to the Southdown sheep breed rams. They were developed over 200 years ago and are the leading terminal sire in the British Isles.
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Welcome to the official website of the Suffolk Sheep Society. Since 1886, the Society’s key aims are to protect the integrity of the breed, support our members and promote Suffolks as the leading domestic terminal sire.
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