The conversation covers a range of topics related to dairy sheep, homesteading, raising Icelandic sheep, butchery, and the art of tanning hides. It also delves into the challenges and grace in skill development, as well as the comfort and significance of sheepskins in daily life. The conversation delves into the world of sheep farming and dairy production, highlighting the importance of adaptation to lifestyle and region, as well as the flexibility required in homesteading. The speakers share insights on the challenges and joys of raising sheep, managing dairy production, and the need to align farming practices with personal circumstances and environmental factors.

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Takeaways

• Diverse uses of sheep products
• Learning and refining skills over time Flexibility in homesteading
• Adaptation to lifestyle and region
• Sheep farming and dairy production

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Chapters

• 05:43 Learning the Art of Tanning Hides
• 23:30 The Comfort and Significance of Sheepskins
• 33:16 Adaptation to Lifestyle and Region

In this episode Liv and Rachel discuss how the Breed Up Program with the North America Dairy Sheep Association (NADSA) works. The documents/rules can also be found on NADSA's website www.northamericadairysheep.org

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Today we have Lydia from Harmony Heritage Farm, an off grid homestead in Washington State. We discuss how she started with dairy sheep, what breeds she raises, what she does with her milk, and how she feeds her sheep and deals with parasites.

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https://homesteadersofamerica.com?ap_id=WHOOPSYDAISY - join Homesteaders of America and get early ticket alerts as well as an incredible online library of the recordings of their workshops from several years of HOA conferences

https://www.strongmicrobials.com/ This excellent probiotic has literally saved lives with our sheep and honeybees. A small family run business, they value quality and holistic health. Use code WhoopsyDaisy at checkout for 20% off your entire order of any animal probiotics.

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In this episode Liv & Rachel have guest Brieanne Rice from coastal California as a guest. Brieanne discusses how she uses regenerative agriculture on her farm, what predators have been problematic and how the "issue" was resolved. Brieanne also discusses her up and coming book due to be published Fall 2026.

#dairysheep #dairy #sheep #regenerativeag #agriculture #homesteading #northamericadairysheepassociation #NADSA #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres

In today's episode we interview Vera Strogolova from Strong's Microbials. She shares the why, when, and how of administering probiotics to your dairy flock, how she got into this field, and why she is so passionate about getting these products into the hands of farmers.

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The original product she worked on studying probiotic effects on cows: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26783130/

A study on dairy sheep being fed probiotics :

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1871141320303310

A study showing the effects of probiotics on overall ewe health during lactation:

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/1828051X.2018.1496040

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https://www.aromatics.com?sca_ref=3263791.D4OCwABLJH Good quality essential oils without the MLM hassle.

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#dairysheep #sheepmilk #probiotics #regenerativeagriculture #sheep

In this episode Liv talks with Samantha who recently imported purebred East Friesian sheep into the USA! Hear about Samantha's ranch management and some hurdles they've overcome throughout their shepherding years.

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In this episode Rachel & Liv talk about the purpose of the North America Dairy Sheep Association (NADSA). As well as what are the perks of paying for annual membership. Liv also breaks down and explains how to enroll in the Milk Star Program.

#northamericadairysheepassociation #nadsa #whoopsydaisyfarm #craftyfoxacres #dairysheep #dairy #sheep #milk #milkstarprogram #homesteading #homedairy

In this episode we have Katya back explaining how to use her Slavic Beauty Cream Separator. She discusses the materials she chooses for each model and some troubleshooting guides for her unit.

If you would like to purchase from Katya's website directly, go to https://slavicbeauty.net and use code SHEEP20 for a discount. you can find her various models of cream separators here, as well as her book, 'The Art of Clabber' and other milk processing supplies.

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Use our Affiliate links and get a discount! We get a small commission each time you purchase which goes to help us create more content for your enjoyment!

https://www.birthright.co/ An amazing supplement specifically designed to support women’s health through all seasons and times of transition hormonally. Use code WDF15 at checkout.

https://homesteadersofamerica.com?ap_id=WHOOPSYDAISY - join Homesteaders of America and get early ticket alerts as well as an incredible online library of the recordings of their workshops from several years of HOA conferences

https://www.strongmicrobials.com/ This excellent probiotic has literally saved lives with our sheep and honeybees. A small family run business, they value quality and holistic health. Use code WhoopsyDaisy at checkout for 20% off your entire order of any animal probiotics.

https://shop.redmondagriculture.com/discount/Whoopsydaisy?rfsn=8316110.6cb3c03 Sea Salt from a natural deposit here in the USA that is full of minerals and devoid of many of the toxins found in other salts. Use code Whoopsydaisy at checkout for 10% off your order

https://www.hisea.com - quality footwear designed for hardworking homesteaders in mind. Use code WhoopsyDaisy for 10% off your order

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