Hobby Farm Handbook

Raise Sheep & Goats the basics GROW THE HOMESTEAD Did you know that over half of the sheep and goat farms in the U.S. have less than 100 head? That makes for quite the community of small farms. Why so many small farms? It’s easy to add low-input sheep and goats to the homestead. They take up little room, are affectionate and work as gasoline-free lawn mowers. They’re a natural addition! They graze unused pasture space and clean up thickets and other brushy, brambly areas that are difficult to navigate. Producemeat, milk or wool Rotationally graze land Easy keeping livestock Great for small farms 4-H projects Learning opportunities  Eyes bright/clear  Healthy udder  Trimmed hooves Signs of good health  Not too thin or fat  Teeth not worn or missing  No lumps/swelling on head or neck Sara 10 premier1supplies.com • 800-282-6631