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How much to pay for sheep? Whats a good price?

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nuzuki:
Im interested in some sheep, maybe 2 minimum or maybe 6 maximum but probably 4. I would like to have a go at lambing on a small scale and raise them for meat for myself. I have access to just under an acre plot of land to put them on and am currently securing the fencing and building them a shelter.

Can anyone tell me what is a good price for sheep/lambs? which do I look for? I know a local farmer who is willing to lend me a ram but wouldnt mind raising my own ram if its something i'll be involved with for some time to come.

Any help would be greatful, particulary with prices.

Thanks

arugula:
Price will depend very much on breed, as will whether they need a shelter or not or would be better off outside.

John:
If you've not got a trusted friend who can sell them, then check out your local livestock market. I think a ewe will start from £60 to £100 but too many variables (age, breed, quality) to fine down an exact price on a forum

Kate and her Ducks:
How long's a piece of string?!

My registered, pedigree ewes cost me £80 each last year. Probably a very fair price especially as the price of sheep seems to be going up at the moment. Even older stock and cade lambs are apparently fetching good prices.
Apparently you can get some bargins on places like preloved from people trying to find homes for pets that have outgrown their gardens etc. Not looked myself though.

Sparkyrog:
There is a way to get into sheep breeding cheaply but it is a little brutal although better for the sheep in the long run ! and do you like mutton ?

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