Sishui Lambskin Sheep

Sishui Lambskin Sheep

Sishui Lambskin Sheep is a geographical indication certification trademark.

　　Sishui Lambskin Sheep originated along the Si River in Jining City, Shandong Province. With a long breeding history and unique biological characteristics, rams of this breed can grow between 2 to 6 horns on their heads, giving them a majestic and imposing appearance. They are a valuable livestock heritage resource in China. The Sishui Lambskin Sheep boasts strong adaptability, high fur value, and good meat quality. However, they also have disadvantages such as small body size, slow growth, low individual meat yield, and low reproduction rates.

　　The geographical indication trademark application for Sishui Lambskin Sheep, submitted by the Sishui County Livestock and Poultry Improved Breed Promotion Association, has been registered and certified by the State Administration for Industry and Commerce.

　　It is reported that in 2010, the Sishui Lambskin Sheep was included in the Shandong Provincial Livestock and Poultry Genetic Resource Conservation List. Jining City, relying on key farms and households, has carried out research topics such as standard formulation for Sishui Lambskin Sheep, breeding for multi-lamb high-yield varieties, and selection for high-yield wool and cashmere lambs, focusing on conservation, breeding, feeding, and management aspects of the sheep.

　　[Sishui Lambskin Sheep] The Sishui Lambskin Sheep belongs to the Mongolian sheep type and is one of the fine livestock breeds in Shandong Province. The fleece of this sheep consists of both coarse and fine wool.

　　The average fineness ranges between 52 to 58 counts, with sparse and short belly wool. Around 90% of the wool is white. Due to the mixed coarse and fine wool structure, it is particularly suitable for making

　　lambskin products. In 1981, after multiple inspections by relevant provincial authorities and livestock experts, it was officially named “Sishui Lambskin Sheep” and listed as a famous product of Shandong.

　　 The lambskin sheep are relatively small in size, with a long and narrow head, a raised nasal bridge, a slender neck, a deep chest, well-developed hindquarters, a compact abdomen that slightly sags, and a back

　　and waist that are slightly straight. Their limbs are short, and their bodies appear square-shaped when viewed from the side. They have a large fat tail that is wide at the top and thick at the bottom, with the tip curving upward then downward, reaching down to the hock joint.

　　 This breed of sheep is hardy, disease-resistant, easy to manage, gentle in temperament, and strong-limbed, with good climbing ability. Its meat is tender, flavorful, with minimal gaminess, and high in protein. Its hide features tough leather, thick and soft dense fleece, smooth and lightweight texture, beautiful and elegant patterns, no felting, no shedding, and excellent cold-resistance properties.

　　The history of lambskin sheep in Sishui County dates back a long time. As early as the Qing Dynasty, lambskins were listed as tribute goods. After the founding of the People’s Republic of China, the Sishui Lambskin Sheep saw significant development. In 1983,

　　it was designated as a lambskin sheep production base by three ministries and one corporation under the State Council (the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Foreign Trade, and the All-China Federation of Supply and Marketing Cooperatives). Since then, both the population and the export volume of lambskins have increased year by year. Currently, processed Sishui lambskins are exported to countries and regions such as the United States, Singapore, the Philippines, Japan, and Hong Kong.

　　 The history of sheepskin goats in Sishui County dates back a long time. As early as the Qing Dynasty, sheepskin was listed as a tribute. After the founding of the People's Republic of China, the sheepskin goat industry in Sishui saw significant development.

　　In 1983, it was designated as a sheepskin goat production base by three ministries and one corporation under the State Council (the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Foreign Trade, and the All-China Federation of Supply and Marketing Cooperatives). Since then, both the stock and the export volume of sheepskin have increased year by year.

　　Currently, Sishui sheepskin, after processing, is exported to countries such as the United States, Singapore, the Philippines, Japan, and to the Hong Kong region.