Farmers, shearers, and industry professionals from across the UK and beyond will gather at Midfearn Farm, Ardgay, Ross-shire, this June for the much-anticipated NSA Highland Sheep 2025 event.

                                                

Among the many exciting highlights pf the event will be a Speed Shear competition, an electrifying contest that will showcase the exceptional skill and precision of top shearers from the Highland region and beyond.                                              

Speed Shear competitions are the ultimate test of speed, skill, and accuracy in sheep shearing. Competitors will race against the clock to shear a hogg in the shortest time possible, all while maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare and fleece quality. Each shearer must quickly and skillfully remove the fleece, ensuring a smooth and safe finish without leaving any long fibres. The timer begins with the first cut and ends with the last.

Euan Campbell, organising committee chairman for NSA Highland Sheep 2025, expressed his excitement: “We’re thrilled to bring this dynamic competition to NSA Highland Sheep 2025. It’s an incredible opportunity to showcase the immense skill, speed, and precision of shearers, as well as create an exhilarating atmosphere for both competitors and spectators.”

The Speed Shear competition will take place at 2pm on Wednesday, 11th June 2025, at Midfearn Farm. The finals will start at 4.30pm followed by the presentation of awards. The competition is open to shearers from around the globe, and with no limit on entries, the event promises to be a thrilling display of shearers' talent and speed.

Competition Details

Categories: Open, Intermediate, Senior, and Junior (Clean Shear for juniors will be held the day before in tandem with the NSA Next Generation Shepherd of the Year Competition)
Timing: Starts at 2pm, with the final and awards presentation at approximately 4.30 pm.
To Enter: Competitors are encouraged to enter before the day of the event by contacting the event organiser Euan Emslie, on 07902 540985 or euanemslie053@gmail.com
                                                   
Entry Registration and Fees: Competitors, on the day of the event, must register by 12 Noon at the sheep shearing building and pay an entry fee of £10. The junior section is free. All competitors will have to buy admission tickets to the event - £20 for adults, £10 for NSA members and free for juniors.

Prize Money: A significant prize pot of money is on offer to the winners and runners up in each section.

                                           
Don’t miss out on NSA Highland Sheep 2025 on Wednesday 11th June 2025, at Midfearn. This thrilling event will celebrate the finest in sheep shearing and the agricultural community, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

For more information visit: www.highlandsheep.org.uk