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A small family farm nestled in the Pioneer Valley of western Massachusetts
Run by Kristen Whittle, her husband Tom and her son Travis, Little Brook Farm practices sustainable, low environmental impact agriculture, offering local consumers a selection of healthy products.
Diversification is key to our philosophy. At the heart of the farm are its sheep and Border Collies. The sheep started as Border Leicester crosses, famous for their soft, lustrous wool, which is highly prized by handspinners. They are crossed with meat breeds such as the Texel for remarkably meaty lambs that will grow out well on grass.
Border Collies are our farmhands, making managing our animals fun and stress-free for the livestock. Llamas and donkeys live with the sheep and help to protect them from predators. We also raise our own pork. Our pigs are raised outside where they are free to roam and enjoy the mud baths they have created for themselves, thriving on a combination of grain and local fresh vegetables. Little Brook Farm is also home to horses, miniature ponies, chickens, turkeys, ducks, and goats.
Shop our online store for farm-raised meat and poultry, fleeces, eggs and beautiful heirloom wool blankets. We also offer herding demonstrations, petting zoos and farm parties, as well as our annual Farm Camp for kids.
What's up down on the farm
It’s that time again – 2026 Farm Camp registration is officially open!
Learn about livestock and sustainable agriculture in a hands-on program where you’ll get hands-on experience working with sheep, goats, pigs, horses, donkeys, turkeys and chickens. Each day starts with morning chores such as collecting eggs and milking the goats. Camp is open to kids from 6 to 12 years of age and a camp day runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Be prepared to have a lot of fun while learning some serious farm skills! Registration on a first-come-first-served basis – reservations are required.
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Warm things up with a Little Brook Farm Blessing Blanket
It’s always the right time for a cozy Blessing Blanket made on Prince Edward Island from wool provided by our happy sheep. Treat yourself or someone you love to a 100% natural, machine-washable blanket, available in a host of beautiful colors.
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