University of Wyoming Extension Sheep Program

Mission


The University of Wyoming Extension Sheep Program provides needs driven information to Wyoming sheep producers in all aspects of sheep and wool production. Extension outreach, applied research, and undergraduate and graduate education at the University of Wyoming encompass the mission of the sheep program. This account is recognized by the UWE; however, the views and opinions expressed in this account are not necessarily those of Extension or the University of Wyoming.


 

Events

The UW Extension Sheep Program is involved in coordinating many events throughout the year. These events may be coordinated in collaboration with other affiliates or independently driven by UW Extension. Below is a list of annual events the UW Extension Sheep Program is involved with. Click on each link to learn more about each.  

  • Ram Test

  • Wyoming Wool Grower's Annual Meeting

 Sheep producers standing in front of a pen of sheep Participants at the Wool Growers meeting eating dinner in the Animal Science lobby Whit Stewart explaining wool judging principles using a fleece.


 

Partners

Little is accomplished without the help of strong collaboration. Therefore, the UW Extension Sheep Program is humbled to be affiliated and work with so many great organizations to offer effective producer education and conduct current need-driven research. 

  • Wyoming Wool Grower's Association

  • U.S. Sheep Experiment Station

  • U.S. Meat Animal Research Center

  • Montana State University 

  • New Mexico State University

  • Wyoming 4-H

  • Wyoming FFA

 


 

Personnel

The UW Extension Sheep Program is lead by Whit Stewart, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Sheep Production & Extension Sheep Specialist at the University of Wyoming. Whit is continually supported in his outreach efforts by the UW Extension Program. Graduate students who also work in helping with outreach programs include Chad Page, Jaylyn Whaley, and Lexi Julian. There are numerous undergraduate students who are also involved in Extension Sheep efforts. 


 

News and Information

 

For information about the UW Extension Sheep Program, contact:

Whit Stewart
whit.stewart@uwyo.edu  

 
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