In the fall of 2013, we had the opportunity to purchase a small group of purebred Clun Forest ewes and rams as part of a dispersal. We saw this as an opportunity to breed and raise some of our own rams, as well as offer purebred rams raised in a commercial environment to other producers.

Clun Forest sheep are a maternal breed, known for excellent mothering and medium prolificacy. They are well suited to grass based production. They have a narrow head and shoulders which helps contribute to their ease of lambing and makes the rams a good option for breeding to ewe lambs. Clun Forest sheep are also known for their excellent fleece qualities.

Ram lambs at weaning 2105

Oakwood 29z in spring 2015

The rams on pasture this spring. The Clun ram at the front is my first Clun ram, 6 years old in this picture.

Another nice pair of twins.

My favourite Clun ewe with her 2015 twin ewe lambs.

A ewe with her new purebred Clun lambs

A Clun ewe in full fleece.

2014 born rams

For more information on Clun Forest sheep, check out these links:

Canadian Sheep Breeders Association: http://sheepbreeders.ca/breed_profiles/clun_forest.html

North American Clun Forest Association: http://www.clunforestsheep.org/

Alberta Sheep Breeders Association: http://www.albertasheepbreeders.ca/Clun_Forest.html