As one of the leading sheep producers in the United States, South Dakota is home to hundreds of thousands of these resilient ruminants. Throughout time, these animals have helped feed and clothe our country while helping their shepherds pay for the properties, they both call home. From shearing to searing Chislic, we get an insider’s view of all aspects of the sheep industry.
1:37 History of Sheep in South Dakota • History of Sheep In So...
4:34 Herding Dog Trials • Sheep Dog Trials | Dak...
7:23 National Sheep Shearing Competition • National Sheep Shearin...
10:39 Profession shearer Lauren Opstedahl • Meet Loren Opsteadahl,...
14:39 Center of the Nation Wool Wearhouse
17:59 Busy Ewe Farms and Fibers • Busy Ewe Farm and Fibe...
21:10 Meridian Corner Chislic • Beef or Lamb Chislic? ...
24:39 The Perfect Breed of Sheep
25:41 Tammy Basel, Rancher
28:55 Credits
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