We’ve all experienced a sick sheep, or at least one that doesn’t look quite right, but how do we distinguish a serious illness from one
For our fourth and final producer forum we asked our four shepherds to share some words of wisdom. As usual, their answers are as varied
Sheep GEMS is roaring ahead, with the strong commitment by Katahdin breeders particularly welcomed. With the help of John Bare, Michelle Canfield, Tom Hodgman, and
Ewes are bred, the holidays are just around the corner, and for all of us with winter lambing flocks, lambing season is almost here. Over
When it comes to sheep feed…it depends. With staggering increases in feed costs due to inflation, supply chain disruptions, impacts of international conflicts affecting energy,
For a small producer, identifying a hay farmer that suits your needs each and every year can be an invaluable asset to your farm. Building
Katahdin producers who use NSIP estimated breeding values (EBV) to make selection decisions on replacements for the home flock or for sale often select for
As we enter the fall and look ahead to winter feeding months, hay prices continue to climb. With feed accounting for more than 50% of
Breeding season is here and if you want to add lambs to your flock next year you are going to need a ram. Timing your
For our third producer forum we asked our four shepherds, all enrolled in NSIP, how they select their breeding rams and how they make breeding