Sheep & Goat Breeds

Katahdin sheep are a hardy, low-maintenance hair sheep breed developed in Maine. They shed their winter coat naturally, eliminating the need for shearing. Known for excellent maternal instincts and parasite resistance.

Dorper

Dorper sheep originated in South Africa and are prized for their fast growth rate and excellent meat quality. They are hair sheep that adapt well to various climates and require minimal maintenance.

White Dorper

White Dorper sheep are a variant of the Dorper breed with an all-white coat. They share the same excellent meat production qualities as Dorpers while offering a more uniform appearance.

Icelandic

Meat Wool Milk

Icelandic sheep are one of the oldest and purest breeds in the world. They are triple-purpose animals producing meat, wool, and milk. Their fleece has two distinct layers valued by handspinners.

Jacob

Wool Meat

Jacob sheep are a distinctive spotted breed known for their multiple horns (two to six). They produce a medium-grade wool prized by handspinners and are often raised for their unique appearance.

Suffolk

Suffolk sheep are one of the most popular meat breeds in the United States. They are large-framed with black faces and legs, known for their fast growth and excellent muscle development.

Merino

Wool

Merino sheep produce the finest and most valuable wool in the world. Their fleece is soft, dense, and highly crimped, making it ideal for luxury textiles and high-performance clothing.

Goat Breeds

Boer

Boer goats are the premier meat goat breed worldwide. Developed in South Africa, they are known for their rapid weight gain, muscular build, and docile temperament.

Nigerian Dwarf

Nigerian Dwarf goats are small dairy goats that produce sweet, high-butterfat milk. Despite their size, they are efficient producers and popular for small farms and homesteads.

Nubian

Milk Meat

Nubian goats are a large, dual-purpose breed known for their distinctive long, pendulous ears and Roman nose. They produce rich, high-butterfat milk ideal for cheese making.

LaMancha

LaMancha goats are known for their very short ears and calm temperament. They are excellent dairy producers, giving large quantities of milk with good butterfat content.

Alpine

Alpine goats are a hardy dairy breed from the French Alps. They are known for their adaptability, high milk production, and variety of color patterns.

Saanen

Saanen goats are the largest dairy breed and highest milk producers. They are always white or cream colored and known for their calm disposition.

Kiko

Kiko goats were developed in New Zealand for meat production and hardiness. They are excellent foragers, parasite resistant, and require minimal intervention.

Savanna

Savanna goats are a white meat goat breed from South Africa. They are known for their hardiness, good mothering ability, and adaptability to harsh conditions.

Spanish

Spanish goats are a landrace breed that developed in the Americas from goats brought by Spanish explorers. They are extremely hardy and thrive on brush and rough terrain.

Pygmy

Pet Meat

Pygmy goats are a small, compact breed originally from West Africa. They are popular as pets and for small-scale meat production, known for their friendly personalities.

Mini Nubian

Mini Nubian goats are a cross between Nigerian Dwarf and Nubian goats, combining small size with the Nubian's rich milk and distinctive appearance.