FORT RANSOM, N.D. — A large Romney sheep makes its way out of the chute and on to the shearing station, waiting for the sheep shearer to get started on its overgrown coat. As the shearer picks up the ...
LOLO, Mont. — It's time for Montana sheep producers to have their animals sheared of their winter wool. Shearing keeps the sheep cool in hot weather, and allows new born lambs to nurse more easily.
RMPBS News Presents an original documentary about Colorado's sheep industry and its fight to survive Once a thriving cornerstone of Colorado’s agricultural economy, the sheep industry is now fighting ...
NORRIS — A steady din comes from the low green barn - the baaing of a 100-odd sheep, the whirring of electric shears, and an occasional bark from an eager border collie. Hooves and work boots clatter ...
HOLLAND, MI — Beads of sweat cling to Timothy Wright’s hairline. The shearer from Byron Center delivers blow after blow after blow with his clippers. Then, he sets his challenger free and returns to ...