Tag: sheep
‘Running of the Wools’ event to race sheep in downtown Washington
The 2nd annual Running of the Wools event will take place on May 4-5 in downtown Washington, Pennsylvania where sheep will race down Main Street.
An ode to sheep shearers
If you’ve ever watched a sheep shearer work, you know it is about as labor intensive a job as exists, according to Eliza Blue.
Annual Buckeye Shepherd’s Symposium recognizes sheep producers
On Dec. 2, several sheep producers in Ohio were given awards for their contributions to the sheep industry at the 2023 Buckeye Shepherd's Symposium.
Ohio Sheep producers take on New Zealand
Ohio Sheep Improvement Association and Ohio Farm Bureau members visited New Zealand for two weeks to explore the island nation's massive sheep industry.
Are ewe pregnant or are you pregnant?
Comfortably Dumb columnist Eric Keller talks about his mishaps in handling sheep.
One-day workshop to teach sheep nutrition
Upcoming Penn State Extension workshops are aimed at teaching sheep producers how to formulate rations using computer software.
Online course to cover sheep management and production
An upcoming Penn State Extension online course will cover many aspects of sheep production and operation management.
Almost time for lamb-nesia
Every winter around this time, baby lambs begin prancing through Eliza Blue's dreams — no matter how exhausted she was during the previous lambing season.
Mid-States Wool Growers Cooperative closing in 2023
One of the country’s major wool buyers is closing its doors later this year, citing the woeful state of the wool markets and rising costs.
