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YORKE PENINSULA
FIELD DAYS
OFFICIAL SOUVENIR GUIDE
28th, 29th & 30th SEPTEMBER, 2021
Baaaaack again at the Murray Allen Wool and Sheep Pavilion THE Murray Allen Wool and Sheep Pavilion will again feature shearing demonstrations, fashion parades, junior sheep judging and much more at this year’s Yorke Peninsula Field Days. Murray Allen Wool and Sheep Pavilion coordinator Carolyn Johnson said wool and sheep had continued to be in demand and reliable for producers during the past two years. “COVID-19 has resulted in the world adopting technology at an increased rate and this has overflown into the agricultural sector,” she said. “With this in mind, we will have information available for people to learn more about the various ag tech opportunities the sheep industry has on offer. “As in previous years, we will continue to highlight the journey of wool from the sheep to the end user, and everything in between. “This will be highlighted by the fashion parade with some woolen garments featuring, along with clothes that appeal to the average rural person.” For the first time, The Shearers Contracting Association of Australia will facilitate the shearing demonstration. “SCAA has taken over shearer and wool handling training in South Australia, so make sure you come and grab some information about the training courses available in SA,” Carolyn said. With the Wednesday traditionally being the busiest day of the Field Days, Farm VR (virtual reality) will be a feature in the pavilion. Tim Gentle and team have been working hard in the past few years to take their VR experience to another level along with the expansion of AR (augmented reality) technology. For more information, visit https://farmvr.com. “As measurement and data increase in animal selection in the attempt to drive production gains, junior judging continues to be an invaluable skill for young people to develop, so they have the capacity to select an animal with doing ability, to survive and be productive in their environment,” Carolyn said. “With two age groups — 12–15 and 16–25 — it gives young enthusiasts the opportunity to get their hands on wool and sheep to help equip themselves for future job opportunities. “Australian Wool Network, YP Field Days, Australian Wool Innovation, Merino SA, Orrie Cowie Merino & Poll Merino Stud and Carcuma North Poll Merino Stud are all key sponsors of this competition. “We know that it is always a favourite to stock up on your favourite lanolin cosmetics, such as the hand cream or lip balm. “For the home spinner there will be an opportunity to check out hand-dyed Australian wool, to complement the various breed wool display. “Make sure you call in and see the types of wool produced in Australia, and how the different types are utilised in the industry to produce end-point products. “There will be AWI resources available for producers and interested people to collect and review. “Don’t miss out on seeing the highly soughtafter fashion parade proudly produced by Nadia Stamp.” (See separate story.) For the Murray Allen Wool and Sheep Pavilion program, see page 44.
IN ACTION... The Shearers Contracting Association of Australia will facilitate the shearing demonstration in the Murray Allen Wool and Sheep Pavilion
SCAA... Shearers Contracting Association of Australia trainer Josh Sneath helps a student. SHEARERS CONTRACTING ASSOCIATION... Woolclasser, head trainer and coordinator at Training SA, Alie Tuinder, with a student.
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