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Topic: Starting a Flock of Sheep

Last Post 8 Nov 11 by Scotty, 0 replies Sort by:

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Scotty
Joined 7/11/11
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Starting a Flock of Sheep
Posted 8 Nov 11
Hi there,

I am 19 and are wanting to start my own small flock of sheep on about 10 acres of land near Akaroa. This will be a hobby as well as hopefully making a small amount of money to aid me with my tertiary studies.

I don't have much of an idea how to begin; that is my issue. I really need some information/tips on which breed to farm, how/when to buy, when/where to sell, how many animals I should purchase, etc etc.

I am no city slicker; I have been around farms for a lot of my life, but never had any money or anything invested. I love the lifestyle and feel this would be a fun little project/hobby on the side of my tertiary studies.

Any help would be much appreciated!

Thanks in advance,
Scott