We caught up with the breeder of the Grand Champion Market Lamb at the 2024 California State Fair. We invite you to read our candid interview with Platinum Shelton Livestock below and please continue to check back often for our next edition of “Breeder Spotlight.”
What’s the pedigree of your champion?
Phoenix x Mythicals mom (Unicorn x Giselle)
What is one thing you still want to accomplish as a breeder?
Win Louisville
Favorite show ring trend?
Bone & Shag
Favorite industry sire of all time?
Honestly no favorite lots of bucks that worked well for different things.
Most influential female in your flock? Why?
5087 was the most influential. Mother to Queen, Legit, and Giselle. Also blue light, Mythical, Phoenix, Bloodline, Lonely Gringo, Hat Trick all go back to her on the bottom side.
Favorite show animal you’ve ever seen?
Again, hard to come up with a favorite especially with changes in type and kind. Lots of elite ones have hit the ring.
