- Event type:
- Face to Face
- Date and time:
- -
- Location:
- Abergwydol
Event overview
Milking sheep - A viable option ? Discover what's possible
Farming Connect and the Dairy Sheep Wales Cluster invites you to a practical on-farm event exploring the growing opportunities within the dairy sheep sector.
Hosted at Abergwydol Farm, near Machynlleth, this event will showcase how profitable dairy sheep can be developed, drawing on four years of research and real farm experience gained through the Dairy Sheep Wales project co-ordinated by the Welsh Government Food Division.
You'll gain insight into:
- Commercial opportunities and market potential
- System design and management
- Research findings and performance data
- Practical lessons from working enterprises
Ideal for farmers considering diversification or alternative livestock systems, with plenty of opportunity for discussion and networking.
To book your place, register below or contact Simon Pitt - simon.pitt@mentera.cymru / 07939 177 935.
If you haven't already you'll need to re‑register with Farming Connect using your new GOV.UK One Login account.
Guidance on how to register with Farming Connect is available here: Re-register with Farming Connect and move to GOV.UK One Login | Farming Connect
Date and time
| Date | Time | Location | Cost | Speaker | Booking details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 8 Jul 2026 | 11am - 2pm | Abergwydol |
FREE |
- | Book online |
Contact
- Name:
- farmingconnect@menterabusnes.co.uk
Rydym yn croesawu gohebiaeth yn Gymraeg / We welcome correspondence in Welsh
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