Jacob Sheep
Jacob sheep are a hardy, smart, distinctive breed of sheep. They are a multi-purpose breed meaning they produce good quality meat as well as medium quality fleece. Their fleece is black and white, mixing to a gray or lilac color. It is light and open with a staple length of 4-6 inches. Both male and female Jacobs have horns, usually two or four. Ewes weigh 80–120 pounds, and rams 120–180 pounds. Jacobs usually have twins, but also may have singles or triplets.
Jacobs were first imported to North American in the mid-1900s and have enjoyed popularity with small farmers, hand spinners and weavers. The American Livestock Breeds Conservancey lists the North American Jacob sheep as a conservation priority.
Our flock originated from breeders in the Jacob Sheep Conservancy in North Carolina and Maryland. Our current ram is from a Michigan farm registered with the Jacob Sheep Breeders Association . We always have sheep available for sale.
Lincoln Longwool Sheep
Lincoln Longwool Sheep
Lincoln Longwool sheep is one of the world's largest breeds. Rams weigh 225-300 lbs and ewes averga 210 lbs. Its fleece grows about 12 inches per year and is the heaviest, longest-stapled and most lustrous of any breed in the world. Each sheep produces 12-16 lbs of wool per year. Lincolns are a hardy breed, well suited to dry, cold conditions. Although they are large, they are also docile and friendly with few lambing problems.
Lincolns came to North America in the late 1800s. They were orignally used out West for breeding crosses to increase size, hardiness and wool. Today, Lincolns are globally rare and facing an uncertain future. The Lincoln Longwool Sheep Breeders Association was formed to help save this rare breed.
Our small flock of Lincolns is growing. We don’t currently have any Lincolns for sale.