Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep, 5th Edition

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Paperback, 368 pages
by Paula Simmons and Carol Ekarius
ISBN: 978-1612129808

For farmers and backyard homesteaders, this best-selling resource is the most comprehensive guide to success with flocks of any size. Whether you're raising sheep for meat, wool, or milk, you'll find detailed instructions covering everything from health, breeding, and facilities to shearing, showering, and marketing.

Learn how to:

  • Choose the right breeds for your purposes and circumstances
  • Choose and train herding dogs
  • Protect your flock from predators with fencing, guardian animals, and other tactics
  • Manage breeding and lambing
  • Market and merchandise your meat, wool, or milk