The land, dry plains, is mainly good for raising sheep.
The most important industry for the monastery was raising cattle and sheep.
"Your father also thought he'd raise sheep and look where that got him."
Farmers raised sheep in some areas, but these animals were not particularly well adapted to the country's climate.
His plan was to raise sheep on high pasture land.
By 1926 Cunningham had moved out of cattle and was raising sheep on the land.
Here is an example about price: Peter raises sheep for their wool.
They raise sheep and perhaps grow potatoes or other vegetables.
During colonial times the area was used to raise sheep for wool and meat.
"And farmers lose money if they keep the heather going instead of raising sheep."