NSA Scotland’s Lamb for St Andrew’s Day Dinner celebrates Scottish sheep industry and supports Moredun Foundation

NSA Scotland hosted its annual Lamb for St Andrew’s Day Dinner at the Leonardo Boutique Huntingtower Hotel, Perth, at the end of last month, bringing together sheep farmers, industry representatives, and friends of the sector for a night of celebration, networking, and Scottish tradition. The event was proudly sponsored by QMS, supporting the Scottish sheep industry and its community initiatives.

The evening began with a warm welcome from NSA Scotland Chair Peter Myles, a grace read by NSA Policy Manager Michael Priestley, and concluded with a heartfelt farewell from NSA Scotland Vice Chair Alec Telfer. Guests savoured Scotland’s finest lamb, expertly prepared to showcase the quality and flavour of Scottish sheep, while enjoying a lively atmosphere and excellent company.

The programme featured fantastic speakers, well known Scottish farmers and spokespersons for the sector, Martin Kennedy and Finlay McIntyre. A particularly memorable moment came when Finlay proposed a toast to the lamb, and Martin beautifully embodied the quality and excellence of Scottish lamb in his reply, reflecting the pride and passion of Scotland’s sheep industry. Adding a ceremonial touch, piper Andy McGowan piped the lamb into the dining room to be addressed by Peter Myles and then piped it out again, delighting guests and adding a light-hearted moment to the evening.

A highlight of the night was a successful raffle, raising valuable funds for the Moredun Foundation, supporting its vital work tackling louping-ill, a disease affecting sheep and other livestock in Scotland. The contributions will help Moredun continue its research, and work on their new vaccine, now in early stages of development in efforts to safeguard flocks nationwide in the future.

Attendees praised the evening for its great atmosphere, outstanding food, and sense of community, celebrating Scottish heritage while supporting a meaningful cause.

“This year’s St Andrew’s Day Dinner was a wonderful celebration of the Scottish sheep sector,” said Peter Myles. “From the warm welcome to the inspiring speakers, the toast to the lamb, the ceremonial piping, and the generosity shown for the Moredun Foundation, it was a night that highlighted both our heritage and our commitment to supporting research that protects our flocks. We are especially grateful to QMS for its sponsorship, which helped make the evening possible.”

NSA Scotland thanks all guests, speakers, those who donated raffle prizes and supporters whose participation made the evening a resounding success.

Pictured: NSA Scotland Chair Peter Myles and piper Andy McGowan.