SHEEP SHEARING SEASON

Ochiltree County 4-H members got a demonstration on how to shear a sheep earlier this month, courtesy of 4-H coordinator and county extension agent Scott Strawn. Shearing is important for the health of sheep; since they are unable to shed, removing excess wool keeps the animals cleaner and allows them to better regulate their own body temperature. Pictured are, from left, Joe Rodriguez, Strawn,...

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