Hardda Farm Finnsheep
The perfect homestead sheep.
We all need efficiency.
Few of us want to struggle with parasites, prolapses and other fussy health problems in our farm animals. We need animals that are productive and hardy. We want sheep that test the sheep reputation of impending disaster.
Enter Finnsheep.
Friendly Finns
Just a few decades ago, Finnsheep were a landrace breed, thriving with very little human intervention. Yet somehow, these hardy animals are known for their sweet temperament. They are easy to manage, a huge plus for any shepherd but especially for beginners.
Unlike most sheep which only lamb during spring, Finns can be bred year-round. For genetics, this allows us to see the good, the bad and the ugly sooner and select the best sheep for breeding stock. For the small farm, this means year-round milk. Yes, you read that correctly.
By spreading lambing out to two or three times a year, you can reduce the stress of lambing season and have ewes in milk year-round.
It’s all up to you.
Rainbow Fiber Sheep
Finnsheep fiber is desired by spinners for its texture and natural color. Though the wool can be dyed, Finnsheep naturally come in a literal rainbow: Black, silver/blue, brown, white, spotted, and badger, which is when black or brown fade to light gray or tan respectively. (See gallery below.) The design possibilities are tantalizing!
The meat from sheep is a delicious source of protein. Young sheep are mild (milder than any venison I’ve harvested) though it does taste different than beef. As a sheep ages, the flavor gets stronger. So far, even harvesting three to four-year-old ewes, we’ve never had something with that strong muttony taste that Queen Victoria was so fond of (but no one else seems to be).
