New data shows the U.S. sheep industry had a more than $5 billion dollar impact on the nation’s economy in 2016.
The study—commissioned by the American Sheep Industry Association— found that of the $2 billion invested annually in sheep production, the total economic benefit nearly tripled.
Association executive director Peter Orwick says the findings come at an opportune time with 2018 Farm Bill discussions underway.
“We are trying to do some risk management animal health programs in the Farm Bill.
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