Icelandic sheep are a primitive breed, imported to North America in 1985 and growing in popularity ever since.  They are prized for their long, luxurious wool, mild meat and good mothering capabilities.  They do not need docking or castrating (for meat use), and regularly lamb without assistance.  They are good milkers and raise twins and triplets on grass alone.  The lambs grow well on grass and can be bred as lambs.  You will find a handy set of links to some of our favorite sites located on the last page of our website (Other Stuff).

    Every farmer has their reasons for pursuing this dynamic and sometimes crazy business.  Ours are quite simple.  Our 30 acre PA homestead is well suited for small breed animal farming.  With over 20 acres of pasture plus our own hayfields, raising grass-fed lamb and free-range poultry works well.  We were  blessed with the opportunity to live in Iceland several years ago.  While there, we became quite enamoured with the heartiness, versatility and variety of natural colors of the Icelandic sheep.  Since acquiring these sheep in 2005, we have found that their curious demeanor and outgoing personality are delightful and even somewhat theraputic.