Sheep

Caribbean hair breed distinguished by distinctive black belly markings. BBSBA registered. Highly heat-tolerant, prolific, and parasite-resistant. Sheds fleece; no shearing required.

Hardy British breed from the Cheviot Hills, known for resilient, springy white wool. Alert, active forager adapted to rugged terrain. Medium-sized dual-purpose breed.

New Zealand breed developed from Lincoln and Merino crosses for both wool and meat production. ASI registered. Popular dual-purpose choice for small farms.

South African breed developed from Dorset Horn and Blackhead Persian crosses. Popular for fast growth and easy care in the US. Hair-type breed that sheds annually; highly fertile and can breed year-round.

English breed known for its ability to breed out of season, making year-round lamb production possible. ADSA registered. White-faced, dual-purpose, and prolific.

Large, black-faced English meat breed descended from the Southdown. One of the most common breeds in US 4-H and FFA programs. Known for muscular lambs and rapid growth rate.

Ancient Nordic breed of the Viking-era, one of the purest breeds in the world. Triple-purpose breed (milk, meat, wool). Known for long, dual-coated fleece used in handspinning.

Ancient, multi-horned piebald breed with a black and white spotted pattern. JSBA registered. Fine, varied wool popular with handspinners; small and easy to handle.

American hair sheep breed developed in Maine for low-input, pasture-based production. KHSI registered. Sheds fleece annually, highly parasite-tolerant, and productive in warm climates.

Premier fine-wool breed producing the softest, most valuable wool of any sheep. Australian Merino dominates global fine-wool markets. Hardy, adaptable, and highly prolific.

Large, fine-wool breed developed in France from Spanish Merino stock. Foundation of the American fine-wool industry. Adaptable, long-lived, and productive on range.

Small, fine-boned English breed producing fine-grained, sweet mutton and short, dense wool. ASSA registered. Calm disposition and popular in both commercial and show settings.

Virgin Islands hair breed that sheds annually, highly parasite-resistant, and productive in hot, humid climates. Registered by SCSBA. Popular in the southeastern US and crossbreeding programs.

Premier market lamb breed in the United States, known for rapid growth and lean carcass quality. Large, black-faced breed with long, muscular body. Widely used as a terminal sire.

Dutch breed with exceptional muscling and very low external fat. ATBA registered. Popular as a terminal sire in crossbreeding programs for lean, well-muscled market lambs.