Montana State University Extension Sheep Program

Big weekend at MAES Red Bluff. Montana Range Sheep School starts today at 1pm with almost a full class and then we're hosting the Montana Woolgrowers Summer Campout from Friday evening through Sunday morning. If you can't make the full campout, please attend the producer tour of the new wool research lab on Saturday at 2pm and lamb BBQ later at Red Bluff.

The Montana Department of Livestock has updated its emergency order aimed at preventing the spread of New World Screwworm (NWS) into the state. The revised order establishes stricter import requirements for livestock and other animals entering Montana from Texas, New Mexico, and other designated restricted areas.

Animals originating from infested zones must meet additional treatment, inspection, identification, and permitting requirements before entering Montana. State officials say the measures are intended to protect Montana's livestock industry from the destructive pest.

Herding in Lesotho's highlands.

The mountain men behind Lesotho’s wool wealth More than 80,000 herders tend the country’s sheep and goats

Early sheep industry in Montana. The big picture Early sheep industry in Montana began in the 1860s, when sheep and cattle ranchers competed in selling meat to the mining camps.

📸 The 2026 ASI Photo Contest is now open!

ASI is once again inviting farmers, ranchers and photographers to share the images that best capture the sheep industry. Be sure to review the updated categories before entering.

More information at https://www.sheepusa.org/american-sheep-industry-photo-contest

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