Birdsong Farm

Birdsong Farm Barbados Blackbelly sheep in Dyke, VA, Albemarle County and central Virginia near Charlottesville. Birdsong Farm has over a decade of experience with Barbados Blackbelly sheep, maintains regular health screening, and uses strategic genetic assessments to support flock vitality. Brian Guyton raises the flock on rotational pastures amid rolling foothills, ensuring grazing areas are refreshed and the sheep enjoy a natural environment.

Lambs are gently introduced to handling and human presence from birth, fostering calm temperaments suited to both small holdings and educational settings. The farm’s infrastructure includes sturdy shelters, heated lambing pens, and designated whelping paddocks to support comfort throughout the seasons. Birdsong Farm engages with the local sheep community, hosting demonstrations at county fairs and contributing to sustainable livestock workshops. Long-term observation of hardiness and adaptability has guided breeding choices, resulting in sheep that thrive with minimal intervention and reflect the farm’s thoughtful approach.