Highveld farming: the more sheep, the merrier.

The article discusses the sheep farming in the Bethal region of Mpumalanga, South Africa, where most farmers have moved away from it due to rampant stock theft. Topics include Joubertsvlei Boerdery Trust is expanding its flock of Merino sheep, as the more sheep they have, the less they pay per sheep for security, and the higher their income; Sheep production has a faster turnover than cattle; and Merino is a dual-purpose sheep that can earn an additional income from wool.