KNOWLESVILLE — Interest in raising rare and heritage breeds has created a unique situation at the Orleans County 4-H Fair, as common sheep breeds are almost outnumbered by their less-known cousins.

Wells Barney is the nine-year-old son of Nick and Kim Barney of Grant. He is in the fourth grade at Roberts Elementary and is a part of the South Fork Sheep Club led by Lacy Barney. Wells breeds and ...