Sheep farmers invited to make the most of re-vamped NSA Central Region winter event

A completely new style is coming to NSA Central Region’s biennial winter event this year, with a brand new look as the NSA Central Region Early Gathering. Plans are in full swing to welcome visitors to Bakewell Agricultural Centre, Bakewell, Derbyshire, on Thursday 26th January 2017.

By keeping the event indoors and out of the unpredictable winter weather, much more of a focus has been put on delivering an interesting and exciting line-up of speakers for packed seminar, workshop and demonstration programmes. Taking place through the day, these will look at different elements of health, be it health of the shepherd, the sheep dog, on-farm records or business accounts. A selection of trade stands will also be in attendance, on-hand to offer bespoke advice and information in the warm environment of the market’s concourse.

Phil Stocker, NSA Chief Executive, says: “What better way to start our busy year of NSA events in 2017 than with the NSA Central Region Early Gathering. A real draw to this new-look event will be the fantastic line-up of speakers, increasing the amount of practical information visitors can take away with them. The programme has been designed so people can dip in and out of seminars and workshops that appeal to them, as well as spending time getting expert advice from the various trade stand holders. NSA Central Region Early Gathering will have something to suit everyone.”

Alastair Sneddon, NSA Central Region Chairman, says: “Applying the events theme of health to all areas of the sheep sector means we will be covering a range of topics on the day through the various seminars, workshops and debates. Our decision to run the event nearly entirely undercover means it will be much warmer than in previous years and will aim to give visitors a quick top-up of relevant information in what is otherwise a quiet time for the industry.

“Bags full of information delivered under one roof has not been done before in NSA Central Region, and we look forward to making the event a huge success.”

Find out more on the NSA Central Region Early Gathering pages at www.nationalsheep.org.uk/events.