Pine Knoll Acres

Pine Knoll Acres, Cheviot sheep, New Richland, MN, southern Minnesota near Mankato. Mark and Jo Bernard have been breeding Cheviot sheep for several years and participate in national sheep associations. All breeding stock undergoes routine health screening to ensure strong genetics and sound structure.

The flock grazes on mixed-grass pastures with rotational systems, giving lambs space to grow and socialize with handlers from an early age. Their setup includes sheltered paddocks and gentle handling to foster calm temperaments, ideal for small farms or youth programs. Known among local farmers for consistent lamb quality, uniform size and robust wool, Pine Knoll Acres values transparency in sharing detailed day-to-day husbandry practices. Drawing on decades of local farming tradition, they emphasize maternal instincts and forage-based nutrition, resulting in healthy, resilient lambs. The Bernards maintain pedigree records to support breeding goals across the region and share insights with fellow shepherds.