The Journal of Agricultural Science · 1961 · 24 citations · 10 references
AgricultureAnimal SciencesLivestock ProductionRuminant NutritionSheep MedicinePhotoperiod ManagementSeasonal Growth PatternsSheep NutritionSheep PhysiologySheep ProductionGrowth Performance Under Lighting RegimesLamb Growth PerformanceLight-dark Cycle ResponsesPhotoperiod Effects On Development
Corriedale ewes in New Zealand on a constant ration throughout the year were subjected to various light treatments and their monthly growth of wool compared with controls having normal daylight hours. 1. In the controls the peak of wool growth occurred during November–January with long daylight hours and the minimum during June–August with short daylight hours.
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