Saskatchewan Sheep Development Board

The Saskatchewan Sheep Development Board with its office in Saskatoon, has been given responsibilities and authorities under a specific mandate enacted by legislation, the SSDB is responsible to collect a service fee (check-off) in order to promote and develop the industry. The direction for the SSDB is provided by a Strategic Plan developed by the producer membership of Saskatchewan. To become members, producers are required by the Agri-Food Act 2004 Producer Registration Order 20/10 to complete a no-charge registration annually. Five board members elected from the five regions across the province represent the producers of Saskatchewan. The board operates under the regulatory structure of the Saskatchewan Agri-Food Council. Orders and annual reports from the council can be located at the Agri-Food Council website.

Mandate

Our Vision and Mission is achieved by:

Representing and responding to the needs of all sheep and lamb producers of Saskatchewan.

Providing effective communication channels.

Providing marketing options and market information for lamb producers.

Providing resource stability to the Saskatchewan Sheep Development Board.

Providing education, extension and information transfer to assist producers in maximizing returns for lamb, sheep and sheep products

Ensuring access to sheep supplies.

Promoting the lamb industry, the consumption of lamb and the use of sheep products.

Implementing the strategic plan developed by the sheep industry for the sheep industry.

Working in cooperation with other industry groups, marketing associations, commission committees which have objectives consistent with those of the Saskatchewan Sheep Development Board.

Working in partnership with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture.

Please be sure to check out their website, Facebook Page, and Instagram Page. If you haven't already LIKED or FOLLOWED them, please do!

https://sksheep.com/

Please SHOP at the Ewe Shoppe! Your support means the world!

https://sksheep.com/shop/

Social Media

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069152364742

https://www.instagram.com/sksheepdb/

We are incredibly grateful to the Saskatchewan Sheep Development Board (SSDB), Gord and Loreen. Gord Schroeder—"the man, the myth, the legend"—has taught numerous courses and constantly thinks about the industry from the moment he wakes up until he goes to bed at night. We would not be where we are in the sheep industry without him. We also want to acknowledge Grace Ezra, who dedicated many years to assisting numerous producers. Our province is fortunate to have access to such a valuable resource. Additionally, it is wonderful that the Ewe Shoppe is available as well.

We are thrilled to announce our role as a PLATINUM SPONSOR! Join us in making a difference by considering sponsorship, too!

Saskatchewan Sheep Breeders Association

The Saskatchewan Sheep Breeders' Association was established in 1909 by a group of sheep producers who wanted to improve Saskatchewan's sheep industry. This group knew that by working together, they could promote the sheep industry.

Objectives of the SSBA

To establish and maintain a recognized organization to represent and to voice the concerns and interests of the sheep breeders in Saskatchewan;
To promote the production and sale of high-quality purebred and commercial sheep;
To maintain a high profile of the sheep industry in Saskatchewan;
To support improved sheep breeding practices;
To co-operate with the Government and other sectors of the sheep industry in determining policies related to the production of quality lambs and wool;
To encourage performance testing of sheep and promotion of superior tested animals and their progeny;
To foster improved sheep health and management practices;
To cooperate in practical research and demonstration projects;
To encourage the import and export of high-quality breeding stock;
To support exhibitions, fairs and other related sheep endeavours in their efforts to inform the public about the Saskatchewan sheep industry.

Please be sure to check out their website, Facebook Page, If you haven't already LIKED or FOLLOWED them, please do!

https://sasksheepbreeders.com/

Social Media

https://www.facebook.com/SKSheepBreeders

Pam is the current Treasurer of the SSBA, and is passionate about this amazing board.

Manitoba Sheep Association

ABOUT US

The Manitoba Sheep Association (MSA) is proud to represent over 400 sheep and lamb producers (both commercial and purebred producers) across the province. Our mission is to actively initiate, support and conduct programs and activities designed to stimulate and improve the well being of all segments of the sheep industry in Manitoba. We also present producer concerns and issues to government and other agricultural organizations. The MSA is a member of the Manitoba Forage Council and the Canadian Sheep Federation.

MSA Mission Statement
To initiate, support, and conduct programs and activities designated to stimulate and improve the economic well-being of all segments of the Manitoba sheep industry.

MSA Sustainability Statement
A Manitoba Sheep Industry that is economically, environmentally and socially sustainable through continuous improvement and awareness.

Our History
The Manitoba Sheep Breeders Association (MSBA) was formed in 1904; an Association that actively promoted the showing and selling of purebred stock. This remained the major purpose of the MSBA, however, it also handled industry concerns. Commercial producers were concerned that their side of the industry was not being served and as a result the Manitoba Lamb Feeders Association was created.

For several years both organizations were active. However, in the late 1940’s, the provincial sheep industry decreased in size and in January 1981 the two groups amalgamated under the name of the Manitoba Sheep Association. In 1989, the Manitoba Sheep Association was incorporated.

Please be sure to check out their website, Facebook Page, If you haven't already LIKED or FOLLOWED them, please do!

https://mbsheep.ca/

Social Media

https://www.facebook.com/ManitobaSheepAssociation

Due to our location and being so close to the Manitoba Border, we are thankful to be able to volunteer for this amazing organization, as well as be a sponsor and a member. We take part in many of MSA's events!

Canadian Sheep Breeders Association

Mission

To represent all Canadian sheep breeders by providing leadership aimed at ensuring the integrity and genetic advancement of purebred sheep through cooperative work among all levels of government and industry-related organizations, both domestic and international, to enhance the viability, growth and prosperity of the Canadian sheep industry.

Vision

To provide the best purebred sheep genetics to the Canadian Sheep Industry, and to the world.

Please be sure to check out their website, Facebook Page, and Instagram Page. If you haven't already LIKED or FOLLOWED them, please do!

https://www.sheepbreeders.ca/

Social Media

https://www.facebook.com/canadiansheepbreeders

Pam was elected as Saskatchewans CSBA representative for 2026.

Welcome to BB Farms

Saskatchewan Sheep Development Board

Mandate

Saskatchewan Sheep Breeders Association

Objectives of the SSBA

Manitoba Sheep Association

ABOUT US

Canadian Sheep Breeders Association

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