Trayce Tucker

Trayce Tucker, Tunis sheep, Tivoli, NY, is located in Dutchess County and the Hudson Valley near Poughkeepsie. Trayce has worked with this heritage breed for several years, maintains memberships in regional sheep associations, and conducts routine health screenings to track genetic lines.

The flock grazes on rotational pasture near the barn, where young lambs receive daily handling for gentle, confident temperaments. Nutrition plans are tailored to each stage of growth, and lambs are housed in sheltered pens during inclement weather. Local farmers and crafters appreciate the clear fleece of these sheep, and customers often remark on the lambs’ friendly nature and sturdy build.

Trayce draws on a family tradition of livestock care, blending time-honored techniques with attention to modern welfare standards. Consistent breeding goals focus on the breed’s distinctive tan wool and adaptability to cold climates. The farm's participation in county fairs has earned recognition for the sheep’s conformation and fleece quality.