North Fork Ranch

North Fork Ranch breeds Dorper sheep in Bee Branch, AR, serving Van Buren County and the Ozarks near Little Rock. Jason Carter has focused on sustainable flocks for several years and follows industry health screening practices.

Its sheep graze on rotating pastures and receive daily hands-on care to encourage calm, well-socialized animals. The ranch’s roots in family farming inform a patient approach to breeding that values maternal instincts and structural soundness. Calving seasons are timed to take advantage of natural forage cycles, reducing supplemental feed while supporting ewe and lamb wellbeing. Routine hoof trimming and parasite management follow veterinary guidelines to keep each animal in peak health. Pasture layout features natural shade trees and portable shelters, allowing sheep to seek cover during hot summer days. Annual breed evaluations help track genetic progress and inform selection strategies for future lambing seasons.