Episode 28: Why rare sheep breeds matter

In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about why rare sheep breeds—and rare breeds of other livestock—are so important (and not just to spinners). This episode is about what's threatening genetic diversity in these animals, and why it matters.

Mentioned in this episode:

• the Livestock Conservancy

• Rare Breeds Survival Trust

• An article about the Red Maasai sheep

• Some information on Hanoverhill Starbuck

• Why we have so few Santa Cruz sheep

• Robson and Ekarius' The Fleece and Fiber Source Book

• Clara Parkes' The Knitter's Book of Wool

• Sheepspot's Fiber Club