Producing tender lamb is also a key focus of the Partridge’s. This is achieved by ensuring animals are kept in a low stress environment as well as being on a rising plane of nutrition at all times. All lambs are sold at less than 12 months of age, essential in the production of lean and tender lamb.
When it comes to purchasing rams and replacement ewes, extensive checks are carried out on all animals and only those meeting all criteria are considered for purchase. New England bred rams with good frames as well as proven fat and muscle scores are often chosen for joining with New England bred ewes as well as western bred ewes, renowned for their maternal traits and adaptability.
Irwin and Graham are also passionate about their environment and for many years have been planting tree lines to provide shelter for their lambs as well as improving the native habitat. Their challenge for the next 12 months is to repair and regenerate the new country they have purchased nearby.