Junior Member

Junior Member is a breeder of Leicester longwool sheep in Hockessin, DE, New Castle County and Delaware Valley near Philadelphia. Junior Member has several years of experience, follows breed association guidelines, and ensures that all breeding stock undergoes routine health screening. The flock grazes on open pasture and receives daily care, with lambs handled from an early age to support gentle temperament.

The farm operates on a small family homestead where careful selection emphasizes fleece quality, hardiness, and calm disposition. Visitors often remark on the vibrant, dense fleeces that are ideal for hand-spinners and the steady growth rates of the lambs. Junior Member values transparent communication and provides resources on long-term care, reflecting a thoughtful approach to sustainable sheep farming. Breeding pairs are selected with attention to genetic diversity, supporting the health and resilience of future lambs. Detailed health records and breeding histories demonstrate transparency at every stage of development.