Wool Production from Small Flocks of Sheep

Travel back to the summer of 1983, where Kristin Nicholas introduces us to the American sheep producer, with emphasis on the small-flock producers. She explains the seasonality of breeding, factors that affect a sheep's coat, and how a flock can contribute to the income of the sheep producer.

Kristin also shares the results of her research into small flock sheep producers by way of a national survey, addressing topics such as breeds, potential for growth, their primary reason for raising sheep, methods of marketing wool, and more. Plus, learn tips for what handspinners should look for when purchasing wool, like the importance of how the animals are cared for and how that affects the fleece.