Joe Richard

Joe Richard specializes in Cheviot sheep in Deshler, OH, northwest Ohio near Toledo. He has been raising Cheviot sheep for several years, adhering to breed standards and implementing regular health screenings for his flock. As a member of national sheep associations, he carries out routine hoof trimming, parasite monitoring, and vaccination schedules.

The flock grazes on rotational pastures with access to a temperature-controlled barn, and lambs are gently handled daily to encourage calm temperaments. He emphasizes sustainable practices, including soil health assessment and forage diversity, ensuring resilient flocks and quality wool. Visitors to the farm often remark on the consistency of wool staple length and the sheep’s sturdy conformation. Each lamb receives personal attention from birth, a practice central to his hands-on approach. His wool routinely meets industry standards for staple length and fiber strength, making it valued by local spinners.