Welcome to Trimburfield Farm Finnsheep
Registered Finnsheep of Distinction
Trimburfield Farm Finnsheep is a member of the International Finnsheep Registry and we participate in the Breed Improvement Program offered to the membership. Our Finnsheep are raised in the most natural manner possible and are constantly evaluated for superior performance, traits and characteristics. This allows us to offer quality Finnsheep breeding stock, premium wools and exceptional value-added products to our customers.
Finnsheep are one of the world's most versatile sheep breeds. They provide a variety of products that allow the shepherd to penetrate a wide variety of markets increasing potential to operate a profitable sheep business.
Finnsheep are one of the world's most versatile sheep breeds. They provide a variety of products that allow the shepherd to penetrate a wide variety of markets increasing potential to operate a profitable sheep business.
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We monitor our flock closely and retain only the very best representatives of the Finnsheep breed, as defined by the Breed Standard of the International Finnsheep Registry and the Finnish Breeders Association of Finland. Finnsheep in our flock must possess correct conformation, outstanding temperament, excellent fertility and high quality wool. Finnsheep Ewes must exhibit exceptional mothering abilities and be able to raise triplets on their own. We monitor birth weights and daily rate of gain for all Finnsheep lambs and these figures are used to identify superior growth-related genetics. All wool is micron tested at one year of age to insure continued production of superior wool for a variety of markets.
In 2008, our farm began incorprating Scrapie-resistant genetics into our flock. The 2013 spring lamb crop will feature RR and QR lambs available for purchase. Availability will be extremely limited so please reserve early. Trimburfield Finnsheep continues to improve the quality of its Finnsheep and this year we launched a veterinarian-supervised parasite resistance testing program. The purpose of this program is to identify Finnsheep lines that carry superior parasite resistance and incorporate this information into our breeding program. Parasite resistance is becoming extremely important for today's flocks as many Finnsheep are finding their way into organic production programs and the effectiveness of antiparasitics is declining. Scrapie and parasite resistant Finnsheep will also allow the commerical producer to increase lambing percentages, reduce parasite control challenges and maintain the scrapie resistance of the flock. Healthcare costs associated with scrapie eradication and parasite control can be reduced with more resistant strains of Finnsheep. These strains are very popular with Finnsheep breeders searching for the very best in Finnsheep genetics.
In 2008, our farm began incorprating Scrapie-resistant genetics into our flock. The 2013 spring lamb crop will feature RR and QR lambs available for purchase. Availability will be extremely limited so please reserve early. Trimburfield Finnsheep continues to improve the quality of its Finnsheep and this year we launched a veterinarian-supervised parasite resistance testing program. The purpose of this program is to identify Finnsheep lines that carry superior parasite resistance and incorporate this information into our breeding program. Parasite resistance is becoming extremely important for today's flocks as many Finnsheep are finding their way into organic production programs and the effectiveness of antiparasitics is declining. Scrapie and parasite resistant Finnsheep will also allow the commerical producer to increase lambing percentages, reduce parasite control challenges and maintain the scrapie resistance of the flock. Healthcare costs associated with scrapie eradication and parasite control can be reduced with more resistant strains of Finnsheep. These strains are very popular with Finnsheep breeders searching for the very best in Finnsheep genetics.
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Trimburfield Farm Finnsheep is committed to building a positive, interactive relationship with our clients. Our contact with you does not end with the completion of the sale of your Finnsheep or Finnsheep wool/meat products. We are always available to discuss your Finnsheep production, healthcare, wool and meat questions, ideas and suggestions. We have a large number of repeat customers and we believe that our willingness to build positive business relationships is the main reason why. Here are a few comments from Trimburfield Farm Finnsheep customers:
"In all my experience of buying new animals, I have never felt so secure as I
have with Trimburfield Finnsheep. The sheep are healthy and Heidi takes time to
assure you have all the information you need to have a great experience.
Even now, after the purchase, we are receiving information from Trimburfield
Finnsheep that allows us to properly care for our new ewe." A. Detweiler
" I keep Heidi on speed dial so I can call her anytime with questions." A. Treherne
" You get what you pay for. If I have questions, I just pick up the phone and call
Heidi; she is never too busy to answer my questions. So many times today, after
the money changes hands, the seller wants nothing to do with you and you are on
your own. Not so with Trimburfield Farm. The service that goes with what you pay for
the sheep represents a great value. I do not want to buy sheep anywhere
else!" S. MacGrady
have with Trimburfield Finnsheep. The sheep are healthy and Heidi takes time to
assure you have all the information you need to have a great experience.
Even now, after the purchase, we are receiving information from Trimburfield
Finnsheep that allows us to properly care for our new ewe." A. Detweiler
" I keep Heidi on speed dial so I can call her anytime with questions." A. Treherne
" You get what you pay for. If I have questions, I just pick up the phone and call
Heidi; she is never too busy to answer my questions. So many times today, after
the money changes hands, the seller wants nothing to do with you and you are on
your own. Not so with Trimburfield Farm. The service that goes with what you pay for
the sheep represents a great value. I do not want to buy sheep anywhere
else!" S. MacGrady
Trimburfield Farm Finnsheep is a member of, or participates in, the following programs::
Member of the International Finnsheep Registry!
Trimburfield Farm Finnsheep is an active member in the International Finnsheep Registry. Farm owner, Heidi Trimbur, is currently serving the IFR and its member community as President. As part of its mission, the IFR actively seeks to educate its membership and the general public regarding the Finnsheep breed, its history, development and versatility. The IFR has several programs specifically designed to promote improvement and marketability of the Finnsheep breed.
Pennsylvania Preferred!
Trimburfield Farm Finnsheep is a Pennsylvania Preferred farm and we proudly display the PA Preferred Logo. Authorization to use this logo is given to Pennsylvania farms which meet or exceed all PA Department of Agriculture quality standards for health, welfare and production of Pennsylvania grown products.
USDA/APHIS Scrapie Eradication Program
Our Farm participates in the USDA/APHIS Scrapie Eradication Program. Our Finnsheep breeding program specifically incorporates scrapie resistant genetics into our flock to farther reduce the risk of scrapie to our sheep or those that consume sheep products.
Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture
We are pleased to be environmentally-aware farmers and members of PASA and the Buy Fresh, Buy Local network. Finnsheep with their production capabilities and ability to produce multiple, high-quality products are one of the most environmentally-friendly sheep breeds available today. See our Links page to learn more. .
American Sheep Industry Sheep Safety and Quality Assurance Program Participant
Our farm participates in the ASI, SSQA program and it maintains a certified status. This program assures our customers that all livestock and products meet or exceed industry standards.
Our farm is located in Alburtis, PA and can be conveniently accessed by major Pennsylvania Interstates. Feel free to give us a call/e-mail to arrange a visit. Once again, welcome to our site! Please let us know if you have any questions or comments as you view its contents.
