The Cheviot originated in the hill country that borders Scotland and England and was imported into the U.S. in 1838. The Cheviot is small-sized with a white face and bare head and legs. They are moderately prolific, easy lambers, good milkers, posses excellent lamb vigor and produce a desirable carcass at light weights. They are highly adaptable to a variety of climates, thrive on poor forage conditions and produce a high-yielding medium wool.

MATURE BODY WEIGHT
Ram 160-200 lb
Ewe 120-160 lb

AVERAGE FIBER DIAMETER
Micron 27-33
USDA Wool Grade 46’s-56’s

GREASE FLEECE WEIGHT
Ewe 5-8 lb

YIELD
50-65%

STAPLE LENGTH
2 1/2 - 4"