Captain John S. Pope Farm

Farm raising grass-fed free-range Dorper lambs in Orange County, NC.

Contact

  • Bob Pope
  • (919) 621-1150

Links

    Where to Buy

    Farmstand
    6909 Efland-cedar Grove Rd, Cedar Grove, NC 27231
    Directions

    Certifications

    USDA Organic

    Products

    Meat

    Lamb

    Breeds + Varieties

    Sheep

    Dorper

    About the Farm

    Background

    Located about 20 miles north of Chapel Hill, the farm is operated by third, fourth, and fifth generation descendants. Known for producing tasty, low-fat meat, the farm has a long-standing tradition in the community.

    Practices

    Dorper lambs graze year-round on carefully selected grasses and legumes that produce nitrogen, reducing the need for commercial fertilizer. Ponds and wetlands are fenced to protect soil and water quality, and fresh deep well water is provided from frost-free water troughs. The flock is guarded by llamas and Akbash-Marrema dogs, and no chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, hormones, or antibiotics are used. The meat is USDA-inspected, Halal, and NCDA-licensed for handling and transport.

    The Rest

    Visitors are invited to purchase meat, feed the llamas, and enjoy the country atmosphere. For those unable to visit, the farm offers shipping in fast-frozen vacuum packs with individually packaged cuts, whole or halves.

    Features

    Growing Practices

    Chemical Free

    Ownership

    Family Owned

    Livestock Practices

    Grass Fed / Pastured No Antibiotics No Hormones

    Dietary Options

    Halaal

    Services

    Shipping

    Community Involvement

    Visiting Allowed

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