About Us

~ All About SunRazed Farm ~

We first started our small herd of miniature cattle and hair sheep as a
land clearing project. We were looking for low maintenance and easy
handling animals that would be easy on the land while providing a
natural fertilizer for our gardens. Taking into consideration the natural
habitat for the area wildlife we have planted area's of rye and
buckwheat away from our pasture and garden area's to both build the
soil and keep the deer out of the garden's and away from the animals.

We strive to raise our animals as natural as possible on pasture grass
and hay purchased locally. We feed a corn, oat, and wheat mixture to
expecting mothers to help them with milk production as needed. We
enjoy working with the animals and believe having a hands on
approach provides a more humane stress free environment for our
animals.
All of our foundation breeding stock was purchased from reputable
association member breeders most of which are out of state. All of our
stock have been vet inspected and health checked before transport.
We are working on maintaining a closed flock and herd by retaining
quality breeding stock from animals born on the farm which allows us
to better control the amount of exposure to outside sources therefore
providing a healthy more natural environment. We don't show our
livestock nor do we allow or bring new animals to our farm. On
occasion when we need to add or upgrade our breeding stock we
always quarantine to isolate any issues before exposing our stock.
We think we have the perfect small farm or homestead livestock with
minimal care and input for the all natural beef, lamb, pork and produce
we receive for our efforts.

~Why Miniature Cattle ~
We chose the Miniature Irish Dexter cattle for their natural small size
and hardiness. They are a dual purpose breed for milk and beef which
makes them perfect for the small farm. We have recently began
crossing our Dexter's with the miniature Hereford to produce a heavier
more beefy little bovine, which will provide a family just the right
amount of meat versus a half or quarter. We are very happy with this
cross and should have calves available this spring. These are truly
unique little bovines any one can raise with just a few acres. No special
care or food is needed. We compare them to miniature horses or
ponies as far as care and uniqueness in the way of a pet type animal,
much easier to keep fenced then standard sized cattle or goats.
Miniature cattle are a wonderful way to raise your own healthy drug
and chemical free milk, beef and produce as they will provide you with
plenty of black gold for your garden. We truly enjoy raising these small
cattle for us they are considered unique lawn ornaments, or organic
lawn mowers as well as all natural beef for our freezer.

~Why Hair Sheep~
We chose hair sheep for their mild delicate sweet flavor. Because they
are self shedding and do not retain the lanolin as do the wool breeds
they tend to produce an exceptionally mild flavored meat.
Dorper sheep are a great addition to our farm as they eat weeds and
brush the cattle leave behind. We are working towards a natural
parasite resistant flock therefore we do not worm routinely but rather
on a as needed only basis. We use feeders in a way so the flock is not
eating what they are walking or making a mess in. On a rotational
grazing system with our cattle we are able to control the parasite
problems that can occur which in are view makes for a more
maintenance free and all around healthy flock. These incredible sheep
are great mothers lambing in both spring and fall best of all they are self
shedding no shearing required a truly low maintenance breed. If you
haven't tried SunRazed lamb you are in for a treat as it is much
different then store bought lamb. We love the mild flavor, tenderness
and slightly sweet taste it has.

We offer breeding stock and fresh wholesome farm raised produce as
well as lamb and beef when available. We will post where and what
we will have available at the local markets as the season gets closer so
check back often.