Wisconsin is the nation's leader in dairy production, both when it comes to cows and goats. One less common, but still important piece to Wisconsin's dairy industry is dairy sheep.  Sheep milk products are gaining popularity with consumers.

Hygiene products made with sheep's milk are also becoming increasingly popular, especially for people with sensitive skin. Tammy and Brian Michielson, owners of Maple Hill Farm of Ladysmith, Wisconsin have expanded their business into creating a wide variety of these products. They sell homemade soaps, lotions, bath products and many other things, made exclusively from their milking sheep flock. 

“There is somewhat of a difference in composition when comparing sheep and cow's milk.,” explains Michielson. “Most notably, sheep milk is a bit more concentrated and higher in nutrient density, therefore giving it an advantage when it comes to processing. It takes less amount of milk to make the same amount of product.”

Wisconsin is the nation's leader in dairy production, both when it comes to cows and goats. One less common, but still important piece to Wisconsin's dairy industry is dairy sheep.  Sheep milk products are gaining popularity with consumers.
Hygiene products made with sheep's milk are also becoming increasingly popular, especially for people with sensitive skin. Tammy and Brian Michielson, owners of Maple Hill Farm of Ladysmith, Wisconsin have expanded their business into creating a wide variety of these products. They sell homemade soaps, lotions, bath products and many other things, made exclusively from their milking sheep flock. 
“There is somewhat of a difference in composition when comparing sheep and cow's milk.,” explains Michielson. “Most notably, sheep milk is a bit more concentrated and higher in nutrient density, therefore giving it an advantage when it comes to processing. It takes less amount of milk to make the same amount of product.”

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