Are Bluefaced Leicesters common in the U.S?

Answer by  tor (66)

Bluefaced Leicesters originated from Hexlam, Northumberland located in the Northeast of England. They are not common in the US but some can be found in Somerhill Farm in Ohio. Also, at Wit Ends Farm near Blue Ridge Mountains in Rappahannock County, VA.

Answer by  Dan3686 (969)

Yes there are some in the US but as you have said they are not all that common. There is a bluefaced leicesters union in North America that you can get in contact with for further information. As you well know they are one of the most popular wool breds in the UK