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Jaelyn Whaley

SDSU Extension Sheep Field Specialist

605-374-4177

SDSU Extension Lemmon Regional Center
401 6th Ave. W.
Lemmon, SD 57638

Jaelyn supports the citizens of South Dakota in her role as the SDSU Extension Sheep Field Specialist based in Lemmon.

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Lemmon Regional Center

Also by Jaelyn Whaley

Two young women observing a group of sheep in a holding pen.

Managing Sheep Keds

Sheep keds (Melophagus ovinus) are blood-sucking external parasites that can significantly impact sheep production.

SDSU meat counter decorated for the holidays. Four employees stand at the front counter smiling.

Direct Marketing Lamb: Selling to the Ethnic Market

The ethnic market plays a crucial role in the success of the American lamb industry. Learn some keys to success for taking advantage of seasonal demand and price fluctuations in this growing market, including when and where to sell.

Lamb with older sheep in the background

Three outstanding operations receive SD Master Lamb Producer Awards

October 30, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Master Lamb Producer Awards.