Australian Sheep Breeding Values

Australian Sheep Breeding Values (ASBVs) are genetic tools used to predict a sheep's potential for desired traits, such as wool quality, growth rate, or reproductive performance. They provide a measure of a sheep’s genetic contribution to these traits relative to the breed average, helping breeders select animals with superior genetics. By using ASBVs, breeders can make informed decisions to improve flock performance efficiently, ensuring better productivity, profitability, and traits suited to specific environmental or market needs.