Shropshires
The Shropshire breed originated in the hills of Shropshire, North Staffordshire, England during the 1840's.
They were imported to Canada in the 1860's. They were one of the country's most popular breeds but declined drastically after the 1950's.
Part of their demise was actually their initial claim to fame of having wool from the tip of their nose to their toes. As the demand for wool decreased, so did their popularity due to the wool on their heads. They are listed on Rare Breeds Canada's Conservation list as endangered (31 - 100 purebred registrations per year).
Characteristics: Very hardy, Docile, Good mothers, Longevity
Shropshire rams make excellent terminal sires in commercial flocks
They were imported to Canada in the 1860's. They were one of the country's most popular breeds but declined drastically after the 1950's.
Part of their demise was actually their initial claim to fame of having wool from the tip of their nose to their toes. As the demand for wool decreased, so did their popularity due to the wool on their heads. They are listed on Rare Breeds Canada's Conservation list as endangered (31 - 100 purebred registrations per year).
Characteristics: Very hardy, Docile, Good mothers, Longevity
Shropshire rams make excellent terminal sires in commercial flocks
2nd Place Ewe Lamb AOB 2016 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
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Shrops at the 2016 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
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