News from NSA

20^th December 2017 ‘Thriving in an uncertain future’ is the focus for NSA Sheep 2018 With the agricultural industry, particularly the sheep sector, at a cross roads, the National Sheep Association’s leading event ‘NSA Sheep 2018’ will focus on ‘thriving in an uncertain future’. Phil Stocker, NSA Chief Executive, says: “Uncertainty around support payments and market opportunities in a post-Brexit world remain a huge concern for the sheep sector, and as a result, producers are being encouraged to grab every opportunity available. Read More

28^th July 2016 Huge success of NSA Sheep 2016 reflects ‘cautious optimism’ of the industry NSA Sheep 2016, the premier technical event for the sheep sector, saw a busy day of strong crowds and trade stands reporting a huge amount of business conducted. NSA says the positive atmosphere surrounding the event reflects ‘cautious optimism’ within the industry as a whole. Read More

28^th July 2016 NSA Sheep 2016 competition winners from every corner of the UK With a wide range of challenges and visitors from all over the UK, there was fierce competition and plenty of prize cards at NSA Sheep 2016.  A special attraction this year was the UK hosting the European Young Shepherd competition. The four UK nations clearly benefited from the home advantage, sweeping the board. Read More

28^th July 2016 Two NSA awards recognise exceptional contribution to the sheep sector The National Sheep Association (NSA) has presented awards to recognise the work of two individuals, both of whom have gone above and beyond to promote the sheep sector and organise events for farmers. More than 400 sheep farmers and industry representatives saw the presentations, held at an NSA sheep industry dinner on Tuesday (26th July), the evening before NSA Sheep 2016 at the Three Counties Showground, Worcestershire. Read More

27^th July 2016 ‘Tremendous interest’ at NSA Sheep 2016 sheepdog sale sees 2,750gns top price Auctioneers Clee, Tompkinson & Francis report that ‘tremendous interest’ was expressed in the sale of working sheepdogs by a large crowd at NSA Sheep 2016, held at Malvern, Worcestershire. Of the 27 dogs presetned, 23 changed hands to buyers from Cornwall to Derbyshire. Read More

27^th July 2016 Four top topics draw massive crowds to NSA Sheep 2016 seminar tent Seminar 1: Adding value by understanding the role of sheep in upland and hill areas The Brexit decision is a once in a generation opportunity for the sheep industry to ensure future rural policy and support payments reward the ‘vital’ role sheep farming plays in helping manage the landscape, provide employment and support rural communities in hill and upland areas. Read More

22^nd July 2016 Get hands on at NSA Sheep 2016 The NSA Sheep Event, held on Wednesday 27th July at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern, will be hosting four hands on workshops based around this year’s theme of adding value. “A hands on approach is often the best way to learn, so we hope to get people involved, asking questions and make the most of the experts on hand,” says NSA chief executive, Phil Stocker. Read More

22^nd July 2016 NSA Sheep Event Auction in aid of the Addington Fund NSA is holding a charity auction at the pre-event dinner, the evening before the event on Tuesday 26th Augustm in aid of the Addington Fund. While places for the dinner are fully booked, those not attending who would like to place a bid on any of the lots below can do so by contacting NSA Head Office on 01684 892661 or enquiries@nationalsheep. Read More

20^th July 2016 Prominent Brexit campaigner to open NSA Sheep 2016 July is set to be a busy month for successful Brexit campaigner, George Eustice, who has not only retained his position as Defra Farming Minister following the Cabinet reshuffle, but will also officially open the NSA Sheep Event on Wednesday 27th July 2016 at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern, Worcestershire. Read More

15^th July 2016 NSA Sheep 2016 - Offical Preview and Event Guide now available As we countdown the days to NSA Sheep 2016, it is very exciting that the Event Guide is now available. Packed with information, timetables, maps, exhibitors listings and more, it provides everything a visitor needs to know to plan a sucessful day at the event. Read More

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