070 Sheep
In the sheep project, members learn about the selection, production, management, marketing and health of sheep and wool.
Focus:
- Selection, production, management and health of sheep
- Financing, purchasing and marketing sheep and marketing wool
- Performance and financial records in management decisions
- Exhibiting sheep
- Exploring career opportunities
What members can do: (Beginner level)
- Identify major breeds of sheep
- Identify major parts of the lamb and the lamb carcass
- Care for and exhibit sheep
- Present speeches and illustrated presentations on sheep
What members can do: (Intermediate level)
- Select and develop a ewe lamb
- Maintain and use production and financial records
- Become familiar with carcass evaluation
- Develop a good flock health program
- Use specific rations for different stages of production
What members can do: (Advanced level)
- Establish and mange a breeding flock
- Feed, manage and market pens of slaughter lambs
- Use performance and financial data in management decisions
- Serve as a teen leader and teach younger members
- Explore career opportunities in the sheep industry
>Depending on interests, experience and abilities of the 4-H member, skills and literature can apply across levels.
