The industry that once carried the fortunes of regional Australia on its back is in the midst of a ­“profitability crisis”, ...

AT least one more world shearing record attempt is planned in Australia this summer, with a solo eight hour Merino ewe bid confirmed this week with the World Sheep Shearing Records Society...Read More ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The Indiana Sheep and Wool Market Development Program is sponsoring a shearing school, hosted by the Indiana Sheep Association (ISA), on Saturday, Feb. 22, at Purdue ...

At least one more world shearing record attempt is planned in the summer Downunder, with a solo women’s eight-hour merino bid ...

THREE open final wins in three days have added a remarkable chapter to Wairarapa shearer David Buick’s recovery from near-crippling injuries in a farm accident three years and three months ago...Read ...

Digger Balme in action shearing a sheep. Photo/Supplied. The annual Te Puna Speed Shear will take place this Saturday at the Point Ale House in Whakamārama, marking the event’s 24th year.

A South Australian sheep shearer and father-of-five has been remembered by his loving wife as an amazing father after he lost ...

Australia is no longer riding on the sheep’s back, as producers turn away from the once-proud enterprise en masse.

Two weeks ago, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) released an exposé into 11 farms and shearing sheds, including Hunter Valley Station in Central Otago, owned by former American TV ...

A NEW Speed Shear Competition has been announced for the NSA North Sheep 2025 event. Farmers, shearers, shepherds, and industry professionals will gather at Greystoke Castle Farm, Penrith ...

Alexia Phillips, from Waikato, but based in West Australia, will make the attempt on February 22 at Spring Valley Farm, Capercup Rd North, Darkan; about 200km south of Perth and 70km north of notable ...