Raising Sheep & Goats in the Southeast
Southern Sheep Company: 141 Old Fountain Road, Richlands NC 28574
November 15, 2025 | 10am - 2pm
Thinking about raising sheep or goats in the Southeast? Already have them but having issues with lambing or plant quality in your fields?
Raising animals in the Southeast comes with unique requirements and challenges compared to other regions. This can make maintaining a herd or flock very difficult and no one wants to loose an animal, especially at the beginning of their farming journey.
This beginner-friendly workshop, led by Melissa of Southern Sheep Company and Jamie Marks, will walk you through everything you need to confidently care for your animals. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, Melissa teaches practical methods that work in our climate. Jamie has extensive experience in raising goats and will bring her knowledge and experience.
Whether you’re homesteading, farming, or supporting your kids in 4-H, this class will give you the knowledge and skills to start raising sheep and goats the right way.
What you’ll learn in this 4 hour session
Choosing the Right Animals
breeds, horns vs. polled, and disbudding
Feeding & Nutrition
General Care
Fencing & Housing
Breeding, Lambing & Kidding
timing, preparation and newborn care
Health Management
common diseases and vaccinations
Interactive Q&A included—bring your questions!
safe shelters, bedding, and protecting your herd
worming, hoof trimming, shearing, first aid, and record keeping
forage, hay, minerals, and seasonal feeding
plants that naturally grow in the SE that need to be removed from pasture
Poisonous Plants to Avoid
Predator Prevention
guardian animals and secure housing
📍 Southern Sheep Company: 141 Old Fountain Road, Richlands NC 28574
💵 Cost: $25 per person, 12 and older
🗓️ November 15, 2025 |⏰ 10am - 2pm
We'll provide cold water and plenty of shade—but dress for a day on the farm!
Who Should Attend
Beginner and aspiring homesteaders
Farmers looking to expand into sheep or goats
4-H families and youth interested in livestock projects
Anyone curious about sustainable livestock management