Abstract:As a new type of green feed additive,Chinese herbal medicine feed additive is natural and nontoxic.In the process of largescale breeding of sheep,adding Chinese herbal medicine ingredients can promote the growth performance of sheep,enhance antioxidant capacity,improve immune function,improve protein utilization rate,improve mutton quality,promote reproductive performance,regulate blood lipids and improve antistress ability.This paper mainly discusses the characteristics of Chinese herbal medicine additives,application advantages in sheep production,existing problems and countermeasures,aiming to provide references for the application of Chinese herbal medicine additives in sheep breeding production and the research and development of new Chinese herbal medicine feed,and further promote the healthy and sustainable development of sheep industry.