Third-Generation Basque Sheep Ranchers
F Ewe Sheep Company
Outstanding genetics. Incredible appetites. We herd sheep to mow the lawns of vineyards throughout California wine country.
What We Do
From natural weed abatement to premium lamb, every service is rooted in responsible husbandry and respect for the land.
Vineyard Grazing
Our sheep clear grass and weeds between vine rows without diesel, chemicals, or compaction. A natural, effective weed abatement service.
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Premium Lamb
Raised on pasture and managed with care, our lamb reflects the highest standards in quality, flavor, and animal welfare.
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Selective Genetics
We breed for soundness, growth, and temperament, continuously improving our herd to produce the most genetically sound sheep possible.
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A look at the flock, the guardians, and the ground we work across California wine country.
Our Mission Statement
"To develop the most genetically sound herd, provide the highest quality meat, while offering the most natural and effective weed abatement service possible."
It's in the Blood
F Ewe Sheep Company has been the lifelong dream of our owner, Frankie Arburua III, since he was a boy. A third-generation Basque sheep rancher, he returned to the flock after college and five years in banking because nothing else compared to life with his sheep.
"There's nothing in this world I'd rather be doing than being a sheepman. The animals are great, and the fulfillment I feel from this career is exceptional."
"To my mind, the life of a lamb is no less precious than that of a human being."
— Mahatma Gandhi
Ready to put sheep to work in your vineyard?
Let's talk about how natural grazing can reduce your weed management costs and improve your soil health.