Mature rams typically average around 230 pounds. Mature ewes range between 180-210 lbs. However, one should not be obsessed with mature weights.
Feed efficiency is more important than mature weight. The Dorper breeds excel at producing fast growing lambs. €¢ What is the productive life of a Dorper?
Under good management, a Dorper ewe should produce lambs for 7 years or more. €¢ Do they have a lot of twins and triplets? This depends on available nutrition and genetics.
Under good range conditions, a 150 percent lamb crop is typical and rates more like 180 percent with improved nutrition can be achieved. €¢ Can you breed Dorper ewes any time of year? Yes.
Again, available nutrition has a major role in conception rates. Lambing intervals of 8 months, three lamb crops every two years, is a common practice. €¢ At what age can you start breeding ewe lambs?
Depending on the time of year, ewe lambs between 6-8 months may cycle, but better conception rates will be achieved at 9-12 months and the ... more.
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