Farm El Maple

Farm El Maple is a Dorper sheep breeder in Cross Hill, SC, in Laurens County and Piedmont region near Greenville. Founded by Urbano Santiago, it follows industry-standard health testing and collaborates with breed associations to maintain the hardiness and quality of its flock. The sheep graze on carefully managed rotational pasture, with lambs receiving regular handling from an early age to encourage calm, friendly behavior. The breeder emphasizes maternal lines known for strong mothering instincts and consistent lambing throughout the season.

Dorpers shed their coat naturally, reducing stress during seasonal changes and simplifying overall care. Health and growth records are kept for every lamb, supporting steady development and transparency within the small-farm setting. Routine on-farm veterinary visits and targeted parasite control support overall flock health and performance. Pasture rotations are carefully planned to optimize forage availability and reduce disease pressure.