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All Sheep and Lamb Discussion / Re: I figured out, i cant make any money on raising sheep
« Last post by EmsoffLambs on December 27, 2017, 11:30:57 am »It is really tough to make money on these guys, Jim, at least in California where feed expenses are so high. If you have good grazing that definitely helps to cut down on the expenses. We further cut our expenses by feeding brewers grain, which is quite labor intensive but we get it for free, so it is worth it for us. Most small breeders will tell you that they are happy to break even. If the expenses are too high but you love them too much to get rid of them, which I totally understand, just cut back on your numbers. Heck, look into Dorpers. They are hot right now. They get by on almost half the feed and registered lambs are going for as much or more than club lambs. Not sure how long these prices will last, but I don't foresee them dropping in the near future.