LAMB.
Physical Management
PASTURE & MINERALS
The sheep are raised on 100% grasses and legumes, from start to finish, whether it be grazing in the pasture during the months when the plants are abundantly growing directly in the field, or from high nutrient hay we provide during the winter months. The pastures contain red and white clovers, alfalfa, and various grasses for the sheep to thrive on. The sheep have continuous access, and can freely choose from three natural minerals; kelp-dried seaweed, sea salt, or a mineral blended mix of all the micro elemental minerals and vitamins they need. We do not use any growth hormones or antibiotics. Fortunately, with our total management wellness program, we haven’t had a need to use antibiotics for any sickness or injury to date.
The sheep are raised on 100% grasses and legumes, from start to finish, whether it be grazing in the pasture during the months when the plants are abundantly growing directly in the field, or from high nutrient hay we provide during the winter months. The pastures contain red and white clovers, alfalfa, and various grasses for the sheep to thrive on. The sheep have continuous access, and can freely choose from three natural minerals; kelp-dried seaweed, sea salt, or a mineral blended mix of all the micro elemental minerals and vitamins they need. We do not use any growth hormones or antibiotics. Fortunately, with our total management wellness program, we haven’t had a need to use antibiotics for any sickness or injury to date.
PASTURE ROTATION
There are some experts that say sheep are just small beef and can be managed the same way. As they are both ruminants, this is true to some extent. However, sheep have different eating habits and their own set of health concerns. Like the cattle, (click here to learn more about beef) the sheep are moved to fresh pasture on a regular basis. The sheep fencing is a much more complex system than the cattle's. It is a poly/wire electrified net. This works well for controlling the new born lamb to the biggest ewe. It does take more time to move. With the extra labor involved, the sheep are moved every two to three days, as opposed to one to two days with the cattle.
There are some experts that say sheep are just small beef and can be managed the same way. As they are both ruminants, this is true to some extent. However, sheep have different eating habits and their own set of health concerns. Like the cattle, (click here to learn more about beef) the sheep are moved to fresh pasture on a regular basis. The sheep fencing is a much more complex system than the cattle's. It is a poly/wire electrified net. This works well for controlling the new born lamb to the biggest ewe. It does take more time to move. With the extra labor involved, the sheep are moved every two to three days, as opposed to one to two days with the cattle.
When we walk into the sheep pasture they are instantly ready to move to a new pasture. Every year there are one or two “self elected” leaders of the flock. These leaders work themselves to the front of the flock and follow us, giving lead to the rest of the flock who gladly follow, up to the dividing fence, and wait patiently while we pull back the dividing fence allowing them into their fresh pasture. After the sheep are settled in their new pasture, their mineral feeder and water are moved into that same pasture. The back fence is moved ahead in preparation for the next move in a few days. The sheep are very calm and relaxed in this moving process.
BENEFITS
Our sheep are Dorper and Katahdin, a “hair” breed verses a wool breed of sheep. The hair sheep do not contain lanolin (like the wool sheep do), hence there is no lanolin fats (greasy feel or taste) influenced into the meat. The hair sheep have a distinctly milder taste and less fatty texture. Lamb is noted for an easily digested meat.
With the careful physical management of our sheep flock, and the proven benefits of grass fed meats, we believe we are providing a very nutritious and healthy choice for you and your loved ones. Lamb is a delightful substitute from the everyday main course. It really is a delicacy to savor.
Halal processing is available. Please contact us for more information.
BENEFITS
Our sheep are Dorper and Katahdin, a “hair” breed verses a wool breed of sheep. The hair sheep do not contain lanolin (like the wool sheep do), hence there is no lanolin fats (greasy feel or taste) influenced into the meat. The hair sheep have a distinctly milder taste and less fatty texture. Lamb is noted for an easily digested meat.
With the careful physical management of our sheep flock, and the proven benefits of grass fed meats, we believe we are providing a very nutritious and healthy choice for you and your loved ones. Lamb is a delightful substitute from the everyday main course. It really is a delicacy to savor.
Halal processing is available. Please contact us for more information.