Daphne Damen

Daphne Damen is a breeder of Leicester longwool sheep in Bent Mountain, VA, in Roanoke County and the Blue Ridge Mountains near Roanoke. She has been raising sheep for more than 15 years on the family homestead, participating in national breed registry programs and following recommended health screenings for ovine conditions. Her selective breeding approach emphasizes both wool length and maternal instincts that benefit new lambs.

Her flock grazes on rotational pasture under seasonal shelter, with clean water and mineral supplements provided year-round. Lambs receive daily handling to encourage a gentle temperament and early socialization. The rolling fields of her family homestead support natural flock behaviors and shelter in wooded cover. The dense, lustrous fleece is prized by local fiber artists and workshop instructors for textile projects. Her sheep often feature in regional livestock shows and fiber festivals, reflecting careful care and consistent quality.