B & L Dorsets

08/08/2026

Never know what you'll see in the barn.

07/14/2026

Last night we moved the flock up to the next pasture in the rotation. That meant leaving our ram by himself in the barn.....
Meet Tito. He decided to move on from his own private pasture to meet up with the ladies. We'll see what surprises December brings.

07/11/2026

Getting 2nd cut hay stored up for winter.

05/28/2026

Finally getting hay on the ground!

05/19/2026

Lambs lazing in the new pasture.

03/17/2026

03/13/2026

FUN FACT FRIDAY:

Why do we eat lamb on Easter?

Here’s a piece of history most people……even in agriculture probably don’t know.

Well before commercialization and freezers full of meat year-round, lamb was one of the first fresh meats available in the spring. In places like the Dakotas and across the Northern Plains, early homesteaders spent the long winters digging through root cellars and pantry shelves, stretching the last of their potatoes, canned goods, and salted meats to make it until spring.

Then something changed.

When the lambs started hitting the ground, it was the first time families could enjoy fresh meat again.

This timing coincided with spring holidays like Easter and Passover. Over time, the spring lamb became closely associated with these celebrations and the changing of seasons.

As a rancher or sheep producer, that probably rings pretty true.

Because when spring hits, it’s not just a holiday, it’s lambing jugs, late nights in the barn, checking ewes, warming chilled lambs, and watching new life stand up for the first time.

In a way, that Easter symbol tells a bigger story. It’s a reminder that behind traditions on family tables are the farmers and ranchers who make it possible. The lamb on a holiday plate represents the work, stewardship, and dedication of the people raising them.

And that’s a pretty powerful symbol of spring. 🌱

📸 Have some new baby lamb photos to share?
Post them in the comments so we can celebrate the new spring arrivals!

03/10/2026

These guys love their alfalfa.

02/17/2026

Happy President’s Day! 🇺🇸

Did you know? During the presidency of Woodrow Wilson, a flock of sheep grazed on the lawn of the White House.

Instead of using groundskeepers to cut the grass, Wilson’s sheep did the job for him! At its peak, the flock numbered 48, and the wool they produced was sold at auction to raise money for the Red Cross. 🐑

01/30/2026

These cold temps are rough on everyone, especially newborn lambs. Made some fleece blankets to help hold in their body heat for the first 48 hours.