A University of Wyoming study finds that Wyoming has a robust sheep industry and that sheep production will likely remain a vital part of the state's agricultural economy for the foreseeable future. The study published recently reveals that many Wyoming ranchers still earn a large portion of their income from sheep production. However, the study revealed that, with 25% of Wyoming sheep producers over the age of 65, young producers are needed to maintain the vitality of sheep production in the state. Brenda Alexander, assistant professor in the UW Department of Animal Science in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources says there are students who are interested in raising sheep but she doesn't know if there will be enough.
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