Lifetime and fleece quality traits associated with the occurrence of entangled mohair staples

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We thank Mark Ferguson, former colleagues and participating farmers for assistance in the collection of birth and genetic data (Ferguson and McGregor, 2005). During field work Drs. McGregor and Fergusson were employed by the Department of Primary Industries, Victoria, Australia. The Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation provided financial support through 5 different projects to support this research. Terry Couzens and John Hornweg are thanked for assisting with animal management and shearing. Mrs. Val Park, Riverina Fleece Testing Services, Albury, provided fibre testing services.