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According to soy checkoff analysis data from the 2012/13 marketing year, the most recent data available, domestic animal agriculture consumed 28.4 million tons of soybean meal (or the meal from nearly 1.2 billion bushels of U.S. soybeans) – by far the largest source of soybean meal demand.

In 2013, animal agriculture had the following positive national economic impacts:

  • 1,984,000 job impact throughout the economy
  • $16 billion impact on income taxes paid
  • $371 billion impact on total output in the economy
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You Be The Judge: Evaluating 8 Breeding Rams!

Video: You Be The Judge: Evaluating 8 Breeding Rams!

It's time for some honest feedback here at Ewetopia Farms! Today, we’re showing you all eight rams we used for breeding this year. Instead of just presenting them, we thought it would be fun to create a “Ram Report Card” — where we point out both their strengths and areas for improvement.

But here’s the twist: you be the judge! In the comments, let us know what you like about each ram and what you think could be improved. No ram is ever perfect, but every one of them brings something valuable to the flock. By sharing perspectives, we all learn more about what to look for in good breeding stock.

At Ewetopia Farms, we raise registered Suffolk and Polled Dorset sheep, focusing on high-quality genetics, structure, and friendly temperaments. Evaluating breeding rams is part of the bigger picture of building stronger flocks — and we’re excited to share the process with you.

If you enjoy seeing how we evaluate our animals, follow along by subscribing to our channel. We share daily insights into the joys and challenges of sheep farming here in Canada.