RINGSIDE The Ultimate Sheep Magazine Volume 13: March/April 2023
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May 11-13, 2023
Darke County Fairgrounds | 800 Sweitzer St., Greenville, OH
Entry Deadline: March 25, 2023 | Online Entries available at www.selectls.net Catalogs available at www.selectls.net | Shows will broadcast on YouTube Sale will be broadcast with online bidding available at BreedersWorld.com
*New for 2023 - Used Equipment Auction, Thursday evening in the Coliseum 2022 High Selling Ewe (Southdown) Consigned by Northern Starr Livestock
Show Schedule: Thursday, May 11, 10:00 am Ring 1-Swine Bldg
National Corriedale - Jeff Held National Lincoln/NC Lincoln - Tor Sorenson National Border Leicester/NC Border Leicester - Tor Sorenson National Merino - Jeff Held
Rambouillet - Jeff Held Columbia - Jeff Held Natural Colored- Jeff Held Polled/Horned Dorset - Jeff Held Wether Sires & Dams - Evan Snyder
RING 2-Cattle Pav.
Katahdins - Tor Sorenson National Tunis - Neal Knapp Montadale - Neal Knapp Cheviot - Neal Knapp Eastern Regional Texel - Neal Knapp
Friday, May 12, Cattle Pavillion, 8:00 am National Southdown - Evan Snyder National Shropshire - Neal Knapp Eastern National Suffolk - Jeff Held Eastern Regional Hampshire - Jeff Held
Oxford - Jeff Held
Great Lakes Regional Dorper/White Dorper - Eric Bruns **Show & Sales times may be adjusted
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EDITORIAL Hoof Trimming ....................................................page 8 Crouch Girls Top Ten Tunes ............................page 10 Industry News .............................................pages 12-13 Breed News .........................................pages 16, 20-23 From the Kitchen ..............................................page 18 Fast Facts from ASI ..........................................page 27 Advertising Index ..............................................page 26
ON THE COVER Established in the spring of 2019, Integrity Livestock Sales, LLC, has been committed to bringing customer service, honesty and integrity to the online livestock sales arena. Our slogan “Everyone…Always” is more than a marketing talking point. It’s how my family has always done business. We will continue to work for you, our valued customers, to create a positive, productive sales platform that will benefit both the buyer and seller. We titled this cover ad “Timeless Traditions” as we feature the Sink Family. Steve and Sheila have spent countless years supporting the youth in the stock show world and as time continues to move forward, they are passing the torch to their grandchildren. Watch for MKP Southdowns and KP Livestock in the near future. We are proud to represent this outstanding family. Family, tradition, respect the past, represent the future. In a world full of half-truths, misdirection, and just plain fraud, you can rely on Integrity Livestock Sales continuing our motto of “Everyone…Always”. I just don’t know of any other way to do business. If we can help you this year, please do not hesitate to reach out. Mike Crowder, Owner Integrity Livestock Sales, LLC 765-366-3135 mike@integritylivestocksales.com
STAFF CONTACTS EMILY ADCOCK Co-Owner/Creative Director 217.330.0539 ringsidesheep@gmail.com
CRUZ & SARAH NICHOLS Co-Owners/Ad Sales Representative 859.612.7175 ringsidesheep@gmail.com
MORGAN HAUGER Junior Editor 765.541.1932 morgan.hauger1016@gmail.com
SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK: Ringside Sheep Magazine FACEBOOK: Emily Adcock Photography & Design
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> LETTER FROM THE EDITOR SPRING FEVER... I am unsure about you but I have some serious SPRING FEVER going on. I am ready for warm weather to stay, putting cows on green grass, planting flowers and getting my garden kicked off. Spring is what truly marks the new year for me. It means we have a new calf crop on the ground, new customers we are working with for the upcoming show season and the signs of spring planting just indicate a fresh start of growth. For many of you it marks spring sale season and finding the perfect new pieces for your flock or show string. This issue highlights many of those breed sales and online sales happening soon. Be sure to take a look at the offerings. If you are interested we offer eblast for sale day promotion with a social media ad. Reach out to Morgan or myself to get on that schedule today. We hope you have a great spring. If you are a farmer I hope planting season goes smoothly, you get timely rains and much needed days of sunshine to help that crop grow. As always if Cruz, Morgan or myself can help with any of your marketing needs, photography, design work, or consulting please reach out we are always happy to help. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US RINGSIDE!
Emily Adcock
2023 DEADLINES JUNE 2023 Ad Deadline: May 12 Camera-Ready Ads Due: May 19 NOV. 2023 Ad Deadline: Oct. 6 Camera-Ready Ads Due: Oct. 13
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> LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
It seems like I spend a lot of my spring on the road traveling to sales and then climb in a tractior cab for spring planting. The last few weeks have been full of the National Dorset Sale and my own online sales with many more sales coming up in the next few weeks. I truly enjoy going to all these sales, visiting with friends, meeting new families, and looking through the breeding results of all of you. Nothing gets me more excited than the hunt for the next breeding pieces for our flock. Harper is always excited for daddy to bring home more sheep (especially Babydoll Southdowns), my wife not so much. Hope to see you on the road. As always, if there is anything we can do to help you market your flock, please reach out to us. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US RINGSIDE!
Cruz and Sarah Nichols
SPRING IS ALMOST HERE…I HOPE! I’m sure most of you have been out in the barn finishing up lambing and starting sale season. I love seeing the upcoming sales and lambs that will be hitting the ring this summer. Next thing you know, we will be busy getting those lambs ready for the summer shows! It’s crazy that this is my last year as a junior exhibitor! I’m unsure what to do after switching to a new role in this industry. Still, I am ready to continue impacting the sheep industry and helping influence and teach younger showmen about the opportunities, experiences and connections that the many breeders and influencers across the country give us. Many changes are happening for me in the following months, but I am always willing to chat about photography, design, and video needs! I look forward to seeing all of you very soon at upcoming shows and sales! THANK YOU FOR JOINING US RINGSIDE!
Morgan Hauger
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HOOF TRIMMING HERD HEALTH
A quick guide to trimming small ruminant hooves
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PROPER EQUIPMENT
shop powder.
Hoof shears or trimmers Hoof knife, straight vs. curved Brush File or Hoof Rasp/Plane Spray bottle and gloves
RESTRAINT TECHNIQUES There are a variety of restraint techniques to utilize. It is best to practice before actually trimming. Standing against a fence or on a stand or work platform can work for goats. Sheep can be tipped onto their rump or use a deck chair. Laslty, a tilt table or "squeeze" that is manual or automatic can work.
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DOCUMENT PRODUCED BY: JUSTINA DACEY & IZABELLA TOLEDO
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Misty Meadows 1265 Gemma she sells exposed ot our new buck WWSF 1141 Cheap Trick
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Misty Meadow 1271 Picasso quality ewe lambs like this are available for sale
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We have an abundance of both fall and spring ewe lambs for sale in both breeds. Online sales: 4/23 via Willoughby & 4/25 American Oxford Association via Breeders World. Live sale will be Ohio May sale May 11-13. Private sales available as well. Barn is open, visitors are welcome.
Mike & Kelly Wright, Austin & Lexy Grace Westmoreland, NH 03467 | Mkwright.sheep@gmail.com Kelly 603-852-8241 or Mike 603-209-0237
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Taylor, Morgan and Delaney make up the Crouch Sisters of Crouch Dorsets in Illinois. These three are sharing there pre National Dorset Sale prep playlist with Ringside this month. 10 | Ringside
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Crouch Girl’s Top Ten 1. Last Night - Morgan Wallen 2. Sunshine & Whiskey - Frankie Ballard 3. Simple Man - Warren Zeiders 4. Caroline - Colter Wall 5. Barefoot Blue Jean Night - Jake Owen 6. One Beer - Hardy 7. Californication - Red Hot Chili Peppers 8. American Idiot - Green Day 9. Damn Strait - Scotty McCreery 10. Flower Shops - Morgan Wallen *Bonus- Creeps - Koe Wetzel
NO BETTER WAY TO MOVE FORWARD LEAD STUD BUCK LAST FALL LAMB Sired by “Brutus” MM 0112 FALL YEARLING RAM
Res. Breed Champion/3rd Overall Supreme: Wisconsin State Fair Champion Dorset: Iowa state fair Champion Dorset: Wisconsin Sheep Wool Festival 3rd Place: NAILE
THAN TO USE GENETICS THAT WORK MCLAYN: (217) 430-9046 PAUL: (217) 242-6031 ERIN: (217) 740-6031
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Secure all heat lamps with a non-flammable hanger. The best option is to use a chain and a locking chain connector to prevent the heat lamp from falling into the straw. Do not use twine or rope. Heat lamps should be secured as if they are permanent. Purchase high quality, heavy-duty heat lamps and thick glass bulbs. Utilize a heat lamp that is designed to withstand a fall and lay in a pen without starting a fire. Utilize heat lamp bulbs that won’t break if they fall into the pen. Farm and ranch stores that specialize in lambing and kidding equipment have heat lamp and bulb options. TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING HEAT LAMPS FOR NEWBORN LIVESTOCK
Clean off dust, cobwebs and dead insects before using the heat lamp.
As spring approaches, many ranchers are preparing a clean, dry and warm place for newborn animals. Frigid temperatures in the Upper Midwest make it a challenge for producers to keep our newborn livestock warm and protected from the harsh, winter elements.
Inspect heat lamps for exposed wiring, loose bulb sockets or broken bulbs stuck in the heat lamp socket before using.
One option for keeping newborn livestock warm is to provide supplemental heat by installing heat lamps. However, severe risks can accompany the use of heat lamps inside a barn. “As livestock producers, we want to do everything in our power to establish the best outcome for our newborn stock,” says Travis Hoffman, North Dakota State University and University of Minnesota Extension sheep specialist. “Sometimes we need to help our newborn livestock by providing supplemental heat to prevent hypothermia.” The lower critical temperature for newborn lambs and kids is 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Providing additional heat in the form of heat lamps for newborn lambs, kids and calves inside a “hot box” can aid in newborn survivability. Unfortunately, the use of heat lamps also adds increased fire risk to barns, especially when heat lamps are placed over deep, bedded straw. “The risk of barn fires increases anytime you add a heating system to your barn, especially the use of heat lamps,” says Angie Johnson, NDSU Extension farm and ranch safety coordinator. “Ranchers must use extreme caution and preventative measures when using heat sources for your barn, especially heat lamps.” If ranchers decide that using heat lamps is their best option to provide a supplemental heat source for newborn livestock, Johnson and Hoffman provide the following tips to help reduce the risk of fire: 12 | Ringside
Directly plug your heat lamp into an outlet, not an extension cord. Outlet receptacles should be both ground fault (GFCI) and arc fault (AFCI). An arc fault is an unintended arc created by a current flowing through an unplanned path that could create a fire, such as a heat lamp sparking when knocked into the pen. Ground fault trips when there is a sudden change in the amount of current going out versus coming back. Together, these two help prevent fire from a spark or electrocution if an animal chews on the wire. Additionally, ensure that you do not overload the circuit. Place a fire extinguisher near each entrance of the barn. Have a 10-pound, ABC-rated (multipurpose) fire extinguisher ready to use in case of a fire. Check extinguishers periodically to ensure that they have maintained their charge by reading the indicator dial. Consider investing in a barn temperature monitoring system or fire monitoring system. “Using heat lamps in your barn means that ranchers must be diligent in checking the heat lamps every day, multiple times a day,” says Johnson. “If one animal bumps the heat lamp or chews on the electrical cord, causing exposed wires, a barn fire could easily occur in a matter of minutes. However, with proper safety considerations, heat lamps can be a viable option for protecting newborn livestock.” NDSU Agriculture Communication – March 2, 2023 Source: Angie Johnson, 701-231-1873, angela.b.johnson@ndsu.edu Source: Travis Hoffman, 701-231-2222, travis.w.hoffman@ndsu.edu Editor: Elizabeth Cronin, 701-231-5391, elizabeth.cronin@ndsu.edu
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Winning Ways Your Source for
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Sheep Farm
Champion Oxfords Winning Ways and Apple Oxfords Online Sale April 30th, 2023
Winning Ways Sheep Farm Darrell, Melanie & LeAnn Hall 2005 N. 2225 E. Rd. | Moweaqua, IL 62550 | 217-454-1995 | lhall@alumni.purdue.edu Ringside | 35
BREED ROMNEY NEWS The All American Jr Sheep Show will be June 28th to July 2nd, 2023 in Madison Wisconsin. This year, for the first time, the AAJS Romney Show will also be designated as a National Junior Romney Show. We are pleased that we were able to bring the two together and are looking forward to a great turn out. Trailers will be coming from the east and west, so travel options should be available for purchasing or selling sheep. Entry and show information can be found on their website, allamericanjuniorshow.com This is the biggest Junior Show, with the most to offer kids of all ages and their entire family…it is more than a sheep show. Every family needs to do this at least once.
Midwest Stud Ram Sale Sedalia, Missouri - Missouri State Fairgrounds 2023 - June 12-17 2024 - June 11-16 www.midwestsale.com
There are several online Romney Sales planned this spring so check out Willoughby’s and Integrity for further details. ARBA’s online sale is May 9th, 2023 through Integrity. There will be Futurity nominated ewes in the sale. It’s a great time to either sell some of your top sheep/lambs/ewes or look for that special one to add to your flock. If consigning, make sure you get those sheep shined up and take good photos to present their best attributes. Details on ARBA’s online sale can be found in this edition of the Ramblings. The North East Youth Sheep Show will be held in West Springfield, MA from July 14th through July 16th, 2023. Another youth show not to be missed. Details and entry packets can be found on their website, nesheep.org Deadline is 6/10/2023. This is another great family show.
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ZoLo Halters
Welcome to ZoLo Halters - a family-ran business providing durable, soft to the touch sheep halters. We offer two different sizes (Regular and Large) in 11 different colors with 9 different colors in stock. LOOK FOR OUR DEBUT BOOTH/GRAND OPENING DISPLAY AT THE ALL-AMERICAN JUNIOR SHOW IN MADISON, WI. Reach out to Wendell to order your halters today: 815.275.1706
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Recipes
MORE RECIPES CAN BE FOUND ON AMERICANLAMB.COM
SLOW BRAISED LEG OF LAMB INGREDIENTS 4-5 lb. boneless leg of American lamb 4 tsp kosher salt Fresh ground black pepper 2 tbsp olive oil
10 cloves of garlic, quartered 2 cups white wine 1 cup chicken or beef stock 4 fresh rosemary sprigs
DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Make slits all around the leg of lamb using a paring knife, and insert a piece of the prepared garlic into each slit. Generously season lamb with salt (1 tsp per pound) and pepper. Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear lamb on all sides until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Add wine and simmer for 1 minute. Add stock and the fresh rosemary sprigs; bring to a boil. Cover dutch oven with lid, and braise the lamb in oven for 4 hours, rotating the leg of lamb every hour. Transfer lamb to a platter. Skim fat from the top of the juices in the dutch oven. Simmer remaining juices over medium heat until reduced by half, about 10. Spoon sauce over lamb when serving.
5 SPICE STUFFED LAMB BREAD INGREDIENTS For the bread 3 ½ cups all purpose flour 1 cup rice flour 2 tsp kosher salt 2 tsp white sugar 1.5 tsp instant dry yeast 1 ½ cups warm (105F) water
Lamb Stuffing ¼ cup olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, peeled, diced 3 cloves garlic, peeled, minced 2 tsp Chinese five spice powder ½ tsp shiitake powder (optional) 1lb ground American lamb Kosher salt, to taste
DIRECTIONS For the Bread Mix together all ingredients using a stand mixer outfitted with a dough hook until well combined. Place dough on a lightly dusted surface and knead again, by hand, 2-3 minutes until smooth. Place dough in a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm location for 90 minutes, or until doubled in size. Once risen, punch the dough down and divide into 6. Lamb Stuffing Heat oil on medium heat in a medium skillet until slick and shiny. Add onions with a dash of salt. Reduce heat to low and let cook until well-caramelized, approximately 30 minutes. Increase heat to medium, and add garlic. Cook 2-3 minutes. Add lamb, five spice, shiitake powder, and some more salt. Let cook 3-5 minutes, or until lamb has no pink (USDA recommends ground lamb reach an internal temp of 160F) Select some fully cooked lamb pieces to taste, and add more salt if necessary. Remove pan from heat and let mixture cool to room temperature.
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STRIVINGpFOR ON THE , n e e e r l g urp YEAR AFTER YEAR Reserve Junior Champion NAILE Junior Show 2021
Reserve Oxford Ewe NAILE Junior Show 2022
Look for our entries in the Breeders World Online April Oxford Sale!
NATE, CASSIE, BRYSON & ANISTON WALLPE (330) 401-7551 GREENSBURG, INDIANA
National Oxford Online Sale April 25, 2023
Entry Deadline: April 10, 2023 Entries are submitted to: Steph Martin at Breeders’ World Online Sales; 567-214-4081, stephanie@breedersworld.com Sale opens at 7am CST and closes at 7pm CST
We are looking forward to a great sale - please reach out to David Trotter with further questions.
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BREED TARGHEE NEWS
COLUMBIA NEWS
FROM USTARGHEESHEEP.ORG
15TH ANNUAL U.S. TARGHEE SHEEP ASSOCIATION STARTER FLOCK Three Free Registered Targhee Sheep to be Awarded to Deserving Youth The U.S. Targhee Sheep Association (USTSA) will again, for the 15th straight year, be offering a free registered Targhee Starter flock to a deserving youth at the 2023 USTSA National Show and Sale, held July 13-15, 2023, in Little Falls, Minnesota. In previous years, the generous members of the USTSA have awarded 20 starter flocks, totaling 66 head of sheep, and have also donated almost $16,000 towards buyers credits for the award winners to purchase additional sheep at USTSA national sales. The winner must be present to receive the flock and will be awarded one (1) ewe lamb, one (1) yearling ewe, and one (1) brood ewe donated by members of the USTSA. Each animal will be a USTSA registered animal, and at least QR in Scrapie Codon 171 genotype. The winner will also receive a $150 credit for use toward purchase of additional animals at the national sale. Applications, due April 1st, are now available to download at www.ustargheesheep.org or by contacting Mardy Rutledge at the USTSA office (ustargheesheep@gmail.com or 702-292-5715). Any young person, ages 9-17, as of January 1, 2023, whose family does not raise Targhee sheep may apply. Applicants should possess a keen interest in the U.S. sheep industry, commitment to raising Targhee sheep over time, and a firm belief in the abilities of the breed. Applicants must demonstrate proof of care, facilities, and transportation. Aside from receiving the flock of sheep, the winning youth, will be paired with a Targhee breeder living near them who will act as a mentor. The association is committed to helping the winner succeed.
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Entries are open through April 15, 2023 for the National Columbia Show and Sale to be held in Spencer, IA on June 5-10, 2023. You can find more details on columbiasheep.org.
DORPER NEWS
DORSET NEWS
Supreme Champion Ewe Champion Horned Dorset - Shown by Cassell Horned Dorsets
Dorset Hall of Fame Inducteees: The Late Greg Deakin and Larry E. Mead The 2022 Downsborough Sire of the Year keeper awards were presented to “Hammer Down” and owners Glenn Stunkel and Purple Ribbon Farm.
Date Announcement: 2023 Great Lakes Regional Junior Dorset Show When: Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Where: Ohio State Fair Time & Details: TBA Ohio State Fair is back to their old/traditional schedule, so this will be on move in day for Dorsets like it used to be when the regional was at OSF. NATIONAL DORSET SALE RESULTS:
Supreme Champion Ram Champion Polled Dorset - Shown by Nichols Sheep Farm
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2023 National Polled Dorset Sale Champions. Grand Champion Ram & Ewe were won by Nichols Sheep Farm, IL; Reserve Grand Champion Ram went to Myerscough Sheep Farm, IL and Reserve Grand Champion Ewe was awarded to Pine Knob Farm, CT. Champion Horned Dorset Awards went to Cassell Horned Dorsets VA on their Champion Ram & Ewe and Reserve Champion Ewe. Kim Root & Family, OH won the Reserve Grand Champion Ram honors. Ringside | 21
BREED
SUFFOLK NEWS - USSA
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SOUTHDOWN NEWS
POLYPAY NEWS AMERICAN POLYPAY SHEEP ASSOCIATION -STARTER FLOCK GRANT PROGRAM 2023 Purpose: To promote the growth and usefulness of the Polypay Breed, and to encourage youth involvement and education in the breed. Who may apply? Any American Citizen ages 13-18 whose family does not raise Polypay Sheep. The starter flock Grant will consist of: A one time $2000 grant from APSA to be used for the purchase of registered Polypay ewes or ewe lambs from a current APSA member of their choice. A purchase agreement between the APSA member and the grant recipient must be submitted to the APSA board of directors for approval by June 1, 2023. Funds will be distributed to the owner of the flock that is chosen upon transfer of registration. Promotion: The APSA Starter Flock Program will be listed on the APSA website and advertised in various magazines and outlets. Promotion by current members will be strongly encouraged. Application and more details can be found at polpay. org, under the Youth Tab.
Email your breed news to ringsidesheep@gmail.com at any time and we will be happy to run it in our upcoming issue!
Mark Your Calendars! The APSA Annual Meeting will be held on July 28th at 8:00 p.m. cdt. The meeting will be held in conjunction with the NSIP Center of the Nation Sale at the Clay County Fairgrounds in Spencer, IA. For those who can’t attend, a Zoom link will be provided. More details will follow. Ringside | 23
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As of Jan. 31, 2023, there were 5.02 million head of sheep in the United States1. Sheep are produced in all 50 states. The most prolific sheep-producing states are located west of the Mississippi River, where a majority of the larger sheep ranches reside. The eastern part of the country supports a greater number of smaller, pasture-based operations.
FAST FACTS ABOUT SHEEP PRODUCTION In 2019, there were 101,387 sheep farms and ranches in the United States2.
Following is a state ranking of the total number of sheep and lambs as of Jan. 31, 2023:
Following is a ranking of the total sheep operations per state based on 2019 data1 (most current data):
1. Texas ..................675,000 2. California ...........550,000 3. Colorado ............415,000 4. Wyoming ...........335,000 5. Utah....................280,000 6. South Dakota......250,000 7. Idaho...................220,000 8. Montana ............190,000 9. Iowa ....................162,000 10. Oregon ..............140,000 11. Ohio ..................125,000 12. Minnesota ........115,000 13. Missouri ..............99,000 14. Pennsylvania ......94,000 15. Arizona ...............90,000 16. New Mexico........85,000 17. Michigan.............82,000
1. Texas ....................14,672 26. Montana ..............1,383 2. Arizona ................... 7,509 27. South Dakota.......1,337 3. Ohio .......................4,123 28. Kansas ..................1,234 4. New Mexico ...........4,047 29. West Virginia .......1,226 5. California ...............3,807 30. Georgia ................1,208 6. Pennsylvania .........3,749 31. Nebraska ..............1,153 7. Oregon ...................3,263 32. Alabama...............1,062 8. Missouri .................3,103 33. Arkansas ..............1,053 9. Wisconsin ..............2,845 34. New Jersey ...........1,047 10. Kentucky ..............2,818 35. Maryland ................925 11. Iowa......................2,801 36. Wyoming ................859 12. Virginia ................2,646 37. Louisiana ................785 13. Tennessee ............2,503 38. Mississippi ..............748 14. Michigan ..............2,483 39. Maine ......................738 15. Indiana ................. 2,316 39. South Carolina .......738 16. Washington .........2,281 41. Massachusetts ........728 17. Minnesota ...........2,248 42. Vermont ..................704 18. Oklahoma ............2,216 43. North Dakota..........573 19. New York..............2,113 44. Hawaii .....................548 20. Utah......................1,898 45. New Hampshire .....502 21. Illinois ..................1,870 46. Connecticut ............428 22. Colorado ..............1,731 47. Nevada ....................328 23. North Carolina ....1,679 48. Rhode Island ..........108 24. Florida..................1,666 49. Delaware...................89 25. Idaho ....................1,447 50. Alaska........................49
18. Wisconsin ..........80,000 19. New York ............79,000 20. Nebraska.............74,000 21. Virginia ...............73,000 22. Kansas.................71,000 23. North Dakota .....64,000 24. Indiana ...............62,000 25. Nevada ...............58,000 25. Kentucky.............58,000 27. Oklahoma ..........57,000 28. Illinois .................53,000 29. Washington...........52,000 30. Tennessee ...........49,000 31. West Virginia ...... 34,000 32. North Carolina ... 30,000 33. Other States*....165,000 34. New England**... 54,000
* Other States includes Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Maryland (number of sheep and lambs listing only), Mississippi, New Jersey and South Carolina. NASS does not report individual numbers for these states. ** New England includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. Source: USDA, NASS, Sheep & Goats, Jan. 31, 2023.
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NICHOLS
Sheep Farm
Thank you to everyone who purchased, bid and inquired about our many sheep for sale this Spring. We are excited to see how they progress. Best of Luck to our customers! Thank you to our crew for help throughout the year. -Nichols Sheep Farm
Cruz, Sarah & harper NiCholS | roN & lori Moore
28783 Pleasant Hill School Rd. | Jerseyville, IL 62052 | Cruz: 859.612.7175 | slnichols93@gmail.com | Ron:618.535.3235