Wiltipoll Sheep
About Wiltipolls
Wiltipolls are meat sheep bred for taste, productivity and ease of handling.
Wiltipolls are bred from the historic British breed, Wiltshire Horns. Wiltshire Horns and Wiltipolls are shedding sheep, dropping their short wool and hair coats annually. This means they do not require mulesing, shearing or crutching. They are naturally resistant to fly strike, making them easier to care for. They are hardy and well suited to commercial prime lamb production on any scale, and are also suitable for small flocks and hobby farms.
The Wiltipoll breed was bred in Australia by crossbreeding to introduce the poll (hornless) gene into Wiltshire Horns. The lack of horns improves handling and reduces bruising.
Pure bred Wiltipolls have large plain bodies and have at least 96% Wiltshire Horn genetics. They produce lean lambs that grow quickly and have exceptional taste and meat quality. Wiltipolls are ideal for use in composite flocks producing prime lamb.
Their British heritage gives Wiltipolls the ability to tolerate wet conditions, like ours here in the Southern Highlands. They have a high rate of multiple births (twins are the norm and triplets are not uncommon). They can do well under a wide range of conditions. Their good temperament and ease of care make them ideal for commercial breeders who find that the low maintenance of this breed reduces labour requirements. They are also perfect for novice sheep breeders.
Quality bloodlines. Good tempered. Born to thrive.
