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How much space is needed to raise sheep?
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Posted by livestrong4ever 4 (My Page) on Thu, Sep 10, 09 at 11:16
| Are there USDA requirements/suggestions on how much acreage is needed to raise 5 sheep? Mostly used as pets and for light wool production? |
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RE: How much space is needed to raise sheep?
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| No USDA regulations, though your land might come under some local zoning restrictions. On average, "they" say you can keep five sheep to the acre, but that depends on what's growing on that acre, and whether your climate allows it to grow all year. (Zone 4, probably not, so you'll want to lay in some hay for the winter.) I'd ask the local extension agent to come over and help you assess your property with regards to keeping small ruminants. |
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