EDUCATION: THE KEY TO SUCCESS
Whether you are raising sheep for profit, or as a hobby, you must be knowledgeable to be successful. We have provided helpful resources containing a wide range of information on sheep farming, such as sheep health and nutrition, breeding, shearing, hoof care, pregnancy, and more.
There are a number of diseases that can affect your sheep. Learn about the symptoms and treatments for these illnesses.
Learn the do and don'ts of parasite control.
Hoof care is critical in caring for animals. It affects their performance, and welfare. Learn about the basics of hoof trimming.
Sheep and goats can be vaccinated against many diseases that may affect them. Learn about essential vaccines for small ruminants.
Learn how to accurately weigh your sheep without a scale.
All About Raising Sheep
Florida has a challenging climate for raising sheep. The MSA works to teach and share valuable information toward successful sheep production in Florida. Take advantage of the helpful resource links below: