The following note came through the mosque website. 

 

From: Jon W. Donaldson [mailto:[log in to unmask]] 
Sent: Sunday, December 19, 2010 10:08 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Lamb/Sheep

 

Assalaamu 'alaykum

 

Please allow me to address this email to the Islamic Center of the
Shenandoah Valley. I am a sheep farmer located in Highland County Virginia.
Being somewhat familiar with Halal dietary requirements I was looking into
the opportunity of doing business with those in the Islamic community that
may need lamb or adult sheep. I can offer clean, healthy and well cared for
animals. Being only a one hour travel distance from Harrisonburg the animals
will be fresh and in good order. Highland County has many sheep farms and is
known for its quality of animals. I believe with the right business approach
I could locate other farmers and provide those animals also. This would give
the Islamic community a known reliable source for their needs and provide
myself with a steady market. I would be willing to make some management
changes to my flock to accommodate special needs that may be required or
wanted. Of course my farm would be open to inspection should you want to see
the animals and husbandry practices.

 

Please consider the above as I submit this most respectfully,

 

Jon W. Donaldson