PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS THAT LAMBS TALES SUPPORTS AND ACTIVELY PARTICIPATES IN:

JSBA

The Jacob Sheep Breeder's Association (JSBA) took over the work begun by the American Minor Breeds Conservancy, now know as the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy. The AMBC began identifying Jacob Sheep in North America in 1985. By 1988, the AMBC assisted the JSBA in forming a breed association and registry from a core group of breeders interested in the continuance and conservation of the breed. The first JSBA flock book was published the following year with over 400 animals inspected and registered. By 1998, over 5000 Jacob Sheep had been registered by JSBA. Despite a steady increase in numbers, the American Jacob is still listed as a rare breed by the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy.

N-CSA

The Navajo-Churro Sheep Association (N-CSA) was formed to preserve and promote this truly All-American breed. The N-CSA currently has 160 +1 members and over 4,090 registered animals.

KIVA

Kiva lets you connect with and loan money to unique small businesses in the developing world. By choosing a business on Kiva.org, you can "sponsor a business" and help the world's working poor make great strides towards economic independence. Throughout the course of the loan (usually 6-12 months), you can receive email journal updates from the business you've sponsored. As loans are repaid, you get your loan money back.

oan

Oregon Association Of Nurseries (OAN) supports the nursery industry through ongoing learning and professional assistance for its members. The members benefit form ongoing research, scholarships, networking and marketing.