Valais Blacknose Sheep Society
The Valais Blacknose sheep originate in the Valais region of Switzerland. They are a dual-purpose breed, raised for meat and wool. They are unique to the Upper Valais and are well adapted to the harsh mountain conditions, being extremely hardy, prolific and frugal.
Breed Standard - Valais Blacknose Sheep Society
The Valais Blacknose has a robust and large-framed physique. The black nose should be centered and it is preferred that it extend up to the eyes. The ears are also black and extend up to the base of the head.
About The Society — Valais Blacknose Sheep Society
Created in 2017, the Valais Blacknose Sheep Society (VBSS) is dedicated to the establishment and promotion of the Valais Blacknose Sheep in the USA. The Society finds it foundations in an open and collaborative approach to building consensus and cooperation among its membership in the United States and affiliated members abroad.
Marketplace - Valais Blacknose Sheep Society
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Grassroots Registry — Valais Blacknose Sheep Society
The Valais Blacknose Sheep Society is excited to announce the launch of our New Online Registry Database hosted by Grassroots Registry! Grassroots is the premier livestock breeding registry. Established in 1997, Grassroots has 20 years of pedigree livestock breeding system accountability, making it well respected in the breeding community.
MEMBER ROSTER - Valais Blacknose Sheep Society
VBSS Member Roster and Valais Blacknose sheep sales are organized by state. You can view our member roster and see breeders that are close to you. You can also log in as a guest onto the Grassroots Registry and view Valais Blacknose sheep sales for any Valais breeders that have shared this information within the Grassroots Registry.
Forms & Policies — Valais Blacknose Sheep Society
The Society maintains a registry of Valais Blacknose Sheep in accordance with Society rules. It is the VBSS’s goal to provide additional resources and flexibility to breeders to allow them to make substantial improvements in their flocks.
Member Roster & Valais Blacknose Sheep Sales — Valais …
VBSS Member Roster and Valais Blacknose sheep sales are organized by state. You can view our member roster and see breeders that are close to you. You can also log in as a guest onto the Grassroots Registry and view Valais Blacknose sheep sales for any Valais breeders that have shared this information within the Grassroots Registry.
VBSS Board Members — Valais Blacknose Sheep Society
Cynthia Bauman is a dedicated Valais Blacknose sheep breeder with experience ranging from F1s to purebreds, actively involved in breeding for five years and livestock farming since 2004.
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