Katahdin Sheep

Katahdin Hair Sheep were originally developed in Maine in the late 1950's.  Hair sheep were imported from the Virgin Islands and crossed with domestic English wool breeds.  The final result was a new breed of meat sheep that had a fast growth rate, natural parasite resistance, and were low maintenance. 

Katahdins do not require any shearing, nor do their tails require docking, which makes them an ideal breed to raise in Florida.  Colors vary from white or cream to red, and the coloring may be spotted or solid.  Our sheep graze year round with our beef cattle and horses, enhancing our pasture utilization. 

Katahdin ewes normally lamb twice a year.  Twins and triplets are not uncommon.

We began raising Katahdins in the Summer of 2009.  Our starter flock consists of two ewes and a ram. 

We expect our first lambs in early 2010.  Please check our Sale Barn page for any stock available for purchase. 

Scrapie Flock ID # FL49033.