Knittel Livestock

06/07/2026

A heck of a day for Throwing Stones on day 1 at the Classic.

🏆Grand Champion Ewe
Exhibited by Brynlee Krietz
Raised by Oldenburg Farms

🏆Reserve Sr Champion Ram Bred and Own
Raised and shown by Scout Ingram

🏆Reserve Grand Bred and Own Ram, Reserve Jr Champion
Raised and Shown by Carson Knittel

🏆Class Winning Jan Ewe
Shown By Mallory Bowers

06/02/2026

Sometimes they just work themselves out of job. Take advantage of this opportunity.

After much discussion and multiple full lamb crops we have decided to make Red Wave available for his next home.
The opportunity to partner with the Knittel family on this stud has been a highlight in our Southdown journey. We think Red Wave’s new owner will thoroughly appreciate this beast prowling the pasture. If you are interested, reach out to Reid or one of the Knittel crew.

05/29/2026

It is pics like this that make you reflect on why we do what we do and we are proud that all three play an important part on what and how we do it.

05/27/2026

Currently Sold Out Reach out to be on the list for the next jump.
🔥 EVEN CLOSER Semen is Now Available 🔥

One of the most exciting young sires we’ve turned loose in a long time is officially on ice, and we are now booking fresh jumps as well.
EVEN CLOSER DNA: RRNNFFEDF
▪️ Sired by Even Better
▪️ Out of a maternal sister to the legendary 2023
▪️ Dam’s twin raised the ’25 Grand National Sale Ram and the ’25 Jr. Show Grand Champion for the Livermores
Yes he is registered.

📩 Currently, a limited supply of Frozen semen is available at $200/straw
📅 Fresh jumps currently being booked

Contact us for details, availability, and scheduling.

05/19/2026

Update: I believe we have just hit our goal and thank you to everyone that has committed. If you still want to donate I am 100% confident Bobby and his crew will put the $$ to good use. 1600 entry show is an expensive endeavor!!! Club lamb breeders, exhibitors, and supporters Freedom Fest - Breeding Sheep Jackpot Show could use your support. Numbers are looking like this will be the largest club lamb jackpot in Illinois to date. We could use 16 breed/division sponsors at $50 each and two top 5 sponsors at $100 each. If you would like to help out, comment below or reach out to Rodney Knittel at 217-370-7383. This weekend's show will be the largest Junior sheep show in the Midwest this year. Venmo Bobby Spoonster

05/09/2026

💥Sale Day💥- Bid in person or on Breeders World!

05/08/2026

📍Ohio Showcase Sale📍
March Ewe lamb
🧬Lot 801 Sub- (Stones x ‘24 NAILE Champ) X Oldenburg 0019 daughter

Last bust especially not least… one of our favorites! This one’s pedigree is no stranger to success on the green chips. Get this one home and she only gets better!

05/08/2026

📍Ohio Showcase Sale📍
February Ewe Lambs
🧬Lot 802- Throwing Stones X (2018 x Kuhn)
🧬Lot 803- Ryan Awkward Pause x Bo daughter

Stones needs no introduction and if you’ve been on the phone with Rodney you’ll know why Ryan’s came up with “Awkward Pause”. Backed by strong ewe bases that flat stamp them! We think these females are intriguing!

05/08/2026

📍Ohio Showcase Sale📍
January Ewe Lambs
🧬Lot 799- Oldenburg 0019 X 2023 daughter
🧬Lot 800- Throwing Stones X Thunder daughter
1️⃣thing for sure 2️⃣things for certain… long necked, big footed sheep, that are hard touching work! You’re not going to want to miss these two!