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Requirements January 1957 until June 1972

1. Explain the use of sheep for domestic purposes, for commerce, and industry.

2. From stock actually observed, name and explain characteristics of four leading breeds of sheep shown. Explain which is your favorite and why.

3. Give origin and history of one breed of sheep.

4. Visit two meat markets and obtain information for making a drawing of a sheep, then mark off the meat grade sections of the animal.

5. Exhibit and explain four of the different grades of wool from sheep.

6. Explain what wool is used for in home, commerce, and industry.

7. Make an exhibit of pictures of at least five sheep breeds and show samples of wool produced by each.

This merit badge may be earned as a 4-H'er by completing a club project in that subject or as an FFA member by meeting these requirements through the FFA-supervised farming program.