Seven Hills Farm

Seven Hills Farm breeds Barbados blackbelly sheep in Vancleve, KY, in Eastern Kentucky near Lexington. Owned by Joy Hopkins and Boyd Hopkins, the farm follows widely recommended health screening for internal parasites and genetic conditions, and adheres to established registry guidelines. The Hopkins family rotates pasture to ensure fresh grazing and provides sheltered housing for flocks during inclement weather. Lambs are handled daily and socialized from an early age, which supports calm temperaments and easy integration into smallholder flocks.

On this family farm, the focus is on strong maternal traits and lean carcass quality valued by heritage breed enthusiasts. Seven Hills Farm has built a reputation for consistent flock selection over several breeding seasons, and happy owners often note the sheep’s hardy resilience. With a mindful approach to husbandry and a keen eye for maintaining genetic diversity, this farm suits those seeking reliable, well-adjusted Barbados blackbelly sheep.