Griffin Farm

Griffin Farm raises dorper sheep in Preston, ID, in southeastern Idaho near Pocatello. Kelly Griffin has been breeding sheep for many years, adhering to breed club standards and routinely performing health testing for parasites, hoof condition and nutritional balance while keeping comprehensive records on each animal. Its flock rotates through spacious pastures with shelter access, allowing lambs to socialize from an early age.

Kelly Griffin has developed a small-scale operation that emphasizes fleece quality and a calm disposition suited to homesteaders and artisans, earning praise for clear guidance on pasture management. Lambs typically reach market weight at around six months, reflecting the breed’s efficient growth. Breeding stock comes from carefully selected lines, with ewes evaluated for mothering instinct and rams for conformation. Pasture rotation and balanced feed, including mineral supplements, ensure lambs develop strong frames and healthy coats. Visitors often note the farm’s peaceful setting, attentive husbandry and thoughtful layout of barns and pens.