The Feed

1. Start With the Big Question: Why sheep? Your goal affects everything else. Pets / hobby farming (low pressure, friendly breeds) Wool (spinning, felting, selling fleece) Meat (lamb production) Land management (natural lawnmowers) 👉 If it’s just for learning or enjoyment, start small and simple. 2. How Many Sheep Do You Need? Sheep are flock animals—never keep just one. Minimum: 2 sheep Beginner sweet spot: 3–5 sheep This helps with: Social health Easier management Backup i

1. Start Small (Seriously) Biggest beginner mistake: planting too much . ✔ Start with: 1–3 containers or One small garden bed (4×4 ft is perfect) You can always expand later. 2. Pick Easy Plants (Beginner-Proof) 🥇 Best First Plants Vegetables & Herbs Lettuce Spinach Radishes Green beans Cherry tomatoes Basil Mint (keep in a pot—spreads like crazy) Chives Flowers Marigolds Sunflowers Zinnias Nasturtiums If it says “easy” or “beginner” on the seed packet—believe it. 3. Know