Question

Which among the following is not an economic trait in sheep:

• A. Fibre diameter
• B. Lactation yield
• C. Twinning percentage
• D. Prolificacy

Hint:

Economic traits are those that directly generate income. For most sheep, this means wool, meat, and the number of lambs born (prolificacy).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

While some sheep breeds are used for milk production (e.g., Lacaune, Awassi), for the vast majority of sheep breeds raised for wool or meat, lactation yield itself is not a primary economic trait that is selected for. The milk produced is primarily for the lambs. Fibre diameter, twinning percentage, and prolificacy (the ability to produce multiple offspring) are all key economic traits for wool and meat breeds.