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Celebrate a Century of Targhee Sheep
This beloved cousin of Merino turns 100 this year.
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This beloved cousin of Merino turns 100 this year.
Learn about this bold enterprise that is working to preserve the traditions and pastoral wealth of nomadic peoples.
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Eph Jensen Livestock has maintained a family tradition of sheep ranching for nearly a century.
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Beginning her flock with Romney and fine wools, a shepherd finds she likes to keep strong wools in the mix.
Such a colorful variety from one breed of sheep.
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