SDM Farms

SDM Farms are Dorper sheep breeders in Poplarville, MS, serving Pearl River County and the Gulf Coast near New Orleans. Steve and Frank Meadows are second-generation breeders with more than 15 years of experience raising Dorper sheep under American Dorper Breeders Association guidelines. They conduct regular health screenings for parasites, foot rot, and genetic conditions to maintain a robust flock.

Maintaining a mid-sized flock, they use rotational grazing and riparian buffers to support soil health and protect local waterways, while supplementing sheep with mineral-rich feed in a shaded barn. Lambs are handled daily from birth to encourage gentle temperaments and early socialization. The Meadows brothers have placed stock in regional 4-H programs and smallholder farms, earning praise for consistent lambing rates and resilience in humid climates. They participate in annual flock evaluations and adhere to genotype selection aimed at uniform muscling and efficient feed conversion. Visitors often note the farm’s relaxed pace and commitment to sustainable grazing practices.