Katahdin (Hair Sheep) (Goat) — FarmPal

The #1 growing breed in North America. Hair sheep shed naturally no shearing needed. Easy keepers with excellent parasite resistance. The practical choice for meat production.

Origin
Maine, USA
Conservation Status
common

Traits

120-250 lbs
Hair sheep no shearing
Parasite resistant
Easy lambing
Heat tolerant
Good mothers

✓ Pros

  • •No shearing cost or labor
  • •Excellent parasite resistance
  • •Easy lambing
  • •Heat tolerant
  • •Efficient on pasture
  • •Fast-growing lambs

✗ Cons

  • •No wool income
  • •Less cold-tolerant than wool breeds
  • •Meat-only no fiber arts
  • •Less distinctive flavor than some breeds

Housing Requirements

Space
15-20 sq ft indoor shelter. 5-8 sheep per acre on managed pasture.
Fencing
Woven wire (4-5 ft) or electronet. Sheep are easier to fence than goats. Portable electronet is ideal for rotational grazing.