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Traditional Merino sheep

Traditional Merino sheep

In the 1950s and earlier when wool prices were high, New Zealand sheep were bred to grow as much wool as possible.

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Rights: Acknowledgement: Liam O’Malley
Published: 22 July 2010Size: 3.71 MB
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