Zermeno Ranch

Zermeno Ranch, Dorper sheep, Stevinson, CA, in the Central Valley near Modesto, has built a reputation for breeding hardy animals adapted to dry grazing conditions. Jesus Zermeno has raised Dorper sheep for more than a decade and holds membership in the American Sheep Industry Association, ensuring that each flock member receives regular health screenings for parasites and clostridial diseases.

The sheep graze on open pasture under a year-round rotational grazing system, and lambs are handled daily with low-stress techniques to promote calm temperaments around people and other livestock. Born and raised on the family-run spread, each lamb benefits from time in shaded shelter and free-choice minerals to support steady growth.

Local customers appreciate clear guidance on pasture integration and the ranch’s emphasis on sustainable land management, reflecting a hands-on approach that has sustained the operation for generations. Biosecurity measures are in place to protect flock health when new animals arrive.