Content related to the topic: selection-and-carcase-classification

3 August 2026

Reducing sheep slaughter line rejections

Find out how to minimise carcase losses and generate better returns.

3 August 2026

Lamb handling assessment points for slaughter

Typically, five key points are used to assess the finish and fat class of lambs.

3 August 2026

Selecting lambs for slaughter

Weight and appearance can give you a good indication of whether an animal is ready for market, but the best way to make an accurate assessment is to handle the animal and check its condition in person.

3 August 2026

How to use a kill sheet from an abattoir

Abattoir kill sheets provide valuable information on production efficiency, animal health and profitability.

3 August 2026

Fat and conformation comparisons for lamb carcases

Find out how fat and conformation vary with classification.

3 August 2026

EUROP grid for lamb

Find out how the EUROP grid is used and what the scores mean.

3 August 2026

Carcase classification for lamb

Most meat buyers are looking for animals that classify as R3L – find out how the S(EUROP) grid is used to classify lambs.

3 August 2026

Understanding lamb deadweight and liveweight pricing

Understanding lamb prices can help you compare market returns and make informed selling decisions.

3 August 2026

Target the right lamb market

Find out how to identify and target the market(s) looking for the type of carcase you can produce consistently and at a profit.

3 August 2026

Lamb killing-out percentage and yield

Find out what affects the percentage and yield.

3 August 2026

Lamb dressing specifications

Learn about the two dressing specifications agreed by the industry: the reference specification and the UK standard specification.

3 August 2026

Marketing prime lamb

Discover how meeting consumer expectations for quality, consistency and assurance, while hitting processor and retailer specifications, can help maximise demand and returns for your lamb.