Lisa Heinsey

Lisa Heinsey and Glenn Heinsey are Tunis sheep breeders in Granville Summit, PA, Bradford County near Elmira. They have been raising Tunis sheep for more than a decade and maintain membership in the Tunis Sheep Breeders Association, following its guidelines for registration and health testing. Their operation includes routine screenings for foot rot, parasite loads and visual assessment of fleece density, with detailed records kept on lineage and performance.

Their flock grazes through rotational pastures woven between open woodlands, and lambs receive daily handling from birth to encourage a gentle temperament. Some lambs have been noted for consistent fleece quality at county agricultural fairs, reflecting the farm’s attention to genetics and care. The Heinseys also use pasture-grown feeding strategies to support flock resilience in changing seasons and to preserve fiber strength throughout the year. Breeding stock is selected for resilience in humid summers and cold winters typical of the region.