Rybridi Farm

Rybridi Farm is a Katahdin sheep breeder in Chuckey, TN, serving east Tennessee near Johnson City. Jeff and Becky Bailey are members of the North American Katahdin Hair Sheep Association and conduct regular health screenings, including scrapie testing and routine examinations by a local livestock veterinarian. Their flocks graze on rotational pastures enriched with native grasses and are moved regularly to promote soil health and parasite control. Lambs are raised in a family setting, which encourages calm temperaments and early interaction with children and other animals. Over more than ten years of breeding, the Baileys have honed bloodlines for hardiness and adaptability in the varied Tennessee climate.

Their farmstead includes a simple barn with deep-bedding systems and open-air shelters that allow sheep to seek shade or shelter as needed. This approach to husbandry has earned them positive feedback from nearby fiber artisans and smallholders who appreciate the consistency and health of the lambs. Rybridi Farm balances traditional farm values with ongoing record-keeping to track lineage and health history across each generation.