Merino Matron Sheep Farm

Merino sheep grazing on pasture at Merino Matron Sheep Farm in Scottsville Virginia

Merino Matron Sheep Farm is a small, family-run operation in Scottsville, Virginia, where Peter and Michelle Pitsiokos raise Merino sheep and transform their wool into handcrafted products including yarn, socks, hats, and fleeces. Their artisan goods are sold locally through farmers markets and Farmstead Ferments, a specialty store in Scottsville. With a focus on quality wool products rooted in traditional shepherding, Merino Matron serves customers who value authentic, locally-sourced fiber crafts made with care in the heart of Virginia’s pastoral countryside.