Hi, Ron and List, Looks like they make the same mistake in the UK, calling them "down breeds."
http://www.tiscali.co.uk/reference/dictionaries/animals/data/m0008657.html "Lowland breeds include the shortwool varieties, such as the Down breeds of Hampshire and Suffolk, which are well adapted to thrive on the lush grassland of lowland areas. The Southdown, from which many of the shortwool varieties are descended, is known for its high quality mutton and fine wool." http://www.rbst.org.uk/html/rare_breeds/sheep.html " In 1973 the Trust carried out a survey of British breeds in order to determine population levels and trends. It was not surprising to find that 'forgotten' breeds such as the Portland and Manx Loghtan were very rare, but the presence of some Longwool and Down breeds high on the list of rarity was a surprise. Both the Wensleydale and the Lincoln are longwool breeds with an important history, but more significantly they both possess valuable qualities which can make an important contribution to the modern sheep industry. Likewise, many of the endangered Down breeds can play an important role as the sire of finished lamb at various weights with traditional quality. " Mary @ Elihu Farm in eastern NY with neither purebred Down nor Downs breeds in the flock, but with lots of purebred Romneys, and one purebred Clun Forest. To stop mail temporarily mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] with the message: set nomail To restore send: set mail
