Rivers Edge Farm

Rivers Edge Farm is a breeder of Dorper sheep in Deerfield, Missouri, situated in Vernon County and the Ozark region near Springfield. With more than ten years of experience and membership in the American Dorper Sheep Breeders Society, it follows health protocols including parasite screening, foot rot prevention and genetic testing, and it participates in annual flock evaluations.

The sheep graze on rotational pastures enriched with clover and fescue, adapting to hot summers and cold winters while maintaining steady weight gains. Housed in well-ventilated barns and pastured fields, they receive individual attention from lambing through adulthood, overseen by Lisa Carter. Nutrition plans combine homegrown forage with mineral supplements to support strong bone structure and wool quality.

Several ewes trace back to national champion lines, contributing to a flock valued for balanced conformation and reliable meat characteristics. Families in the region praise the farm’s consistent breeding standards and healthy, well-socialized stock.