Tag: sheep
Mid-States Wool Growers celebrates 100 years
Ohio-based cooperative, Mid-States Wool Growers Association, says good people and good service means loyal farmers.
Tips for a successful lambing season
Make sure your lambs get a good start by using the “clip, dip, and strip” technique in your lambing practices. It will help keep newborn lambs healthy.
OSU sheep blog offers flock health advice
If you’re seeking tips on when to give your sheep haircuts and what to feed lambs to be sold for someone’s dinner, you can consult the Ohio sheep blog.
Penn State plans sheep and goat workshops
Those who want to learn more about raising sheep or goats in southwestern Pennsylvania can attend workshops sponsored by Penn State Extension.
New Young Shepherd’s program offered
New this year, in conjunction with the Buckeye Shepherd's Symposium, Dec. 1-2, the Ohio Sheep Improvement Association is holding a Young Shepherd's Program.
Sheep industry educates on wool website
The American Sheep Industry (ASI) Association and its American Wool Council have launched a multi-faceted campaign to inform consumers about wool.
Sheep in the city
Urban Shepherds is making vacant urban lots productive by using them to graze sheep, producing meat and wool and saving money on mowing.
Two sheep field days planned for July 14,15
The 2017 Ohio Sheep Day is scheduled for July 15 at the OARDC Sheep Research Unit, 5743 Fredericksburg Road, Wooster.
Dorsets from across the U.S. hit the sale ring
The annual Ohio Dorset Sale will be March 17 and 18 at the Preble County Fairgrounds in Eaton, Ohio.
Diversity on the farm: My cows are prejudiced
What should you consider when trying to accomplish diversity and inclusiveness on the farm? Columnist Ed Brown lays out the benefits and concerns.
