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Precoce

Precoce

Précoce is a French term meaning precocial but which when used in viticulture is a term for "early ripening". This term is used in the names (or synonyms) of a number of more-or-less early ripening grape varieties. Grape varieties with "Précoce" as part of their name include: Malingre Précoce Muscat Précoce de Saumur Pinot Noir Précoce

Life Span 10-12 years
Weight 45-160 kg

What to Know Before Buying a Precoce

Finding a responsible Precoce breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells sheeps commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.

Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Precoce. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.

Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Precoces appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.

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