The South West Slopes Stud Merino Breeders Annual Field Day provides a day full of interest and enjoyment for sheep breeders and visitors alike with a wide range of Merino sheep genetics on show.
The Stud displays are under cover of marquees in an ideal venue for this time of year.
Collect your FREE full colour copy of the official SWSSMB Booklet and pen as you drive through the gate to the designated parking area. Our friendly volunteers from The Harden Rural Fire Service will direct you where to park.
The booklet includes full stud listings of member and guest studs with contact info and ram sale dates, Marquee Map / Field Day layout and much, much more!
LOCATION
60 Merino Studs on display and all under cover!
Tuesday 2nd September 2025, commencing 10am
At Harden Showground – Woolrych Streets Harden NSW 2587.
ONSITE PARKING – Drive through the gates, collect your SWSSMB Booklet & pen and proceed as directed to the allocated parking area on the grounds. Our friendly friendly volunteers from The Harden Rural Fire Service will assist you.
(With respect to the local residents, please do not park in the residential streets outside the grounds).
PROGRAM
9.00am Sheep to be penned
10.00am Field Day starts
- Merino studs on display
- Wool fashions and products on display
- Sheep handling equipment and software technology
- Farm Machinery on display
- Industry Specialists on hand providing up to date information
11.00am Judging
- Judging Event: 2025 SWSSMB Pen of Three Merino Hogget Rams – Wendouree Perpetual Shield, proudly sponsored by Wendouree Merinos and Schute Bell Badgery Lumby
- Announcement of winners and presentation of prizes
1.00pm Fashion parade
- AWI Runway Showcase also featuring outside labels using Australian Merino Wool
2.00pm Judging
- Judging of the 2025 SWS Stud Merino Breeders Ram of The Year, proudly sponsored by Bromar Engineering & Riverina Wool Testers
- Announcement of winners and presentation of prizes
4.30pm Field Day concludes
Throughout the day AWI Sheep Industry Specialists, Kristen Frost and Tom Hersee will be available to discuss with Woolgrowers any matters they may wish to talk about.
Presidents Report 2025
Welcome to the 2025 South West Slopes Stud Merino Breeders Field Day!
This year’s event, held at the Harden Showground, will showcase over 600 Merino sheep from 62 of NSW’s top registered Merino Studs—one of the largest gatherings of registered Merino studs in Australia, all in a single location, on the same day, and entirely under cover!
With free entry and onsite parking, every visitor will receive a full-colour SWSSMB Booklet and a complimentary pen upon arrival.
Looking Back at 2024
Last year’s Field Day was a tremendous success, attracting a strong turnout of passionate Merino breeders eager to inspect the top-quality displays presented by every stud. The SWSSMB Fashion Parade was a standout, highlighting the growing presence of commercial agricultural exhibitors and Merino wool products—making 2024 one of our biggest years yet for industry engagement.
An Unmatched Opportunity
The Field Day remains a prime opportunity for producers and industry professionals to explore elite genetics suited to their Merino enterprises and farming environments. It’s also an invaluable chance to network, exchange knowledge, and gain insights from industry specialists—all in one place, on one day.
As Chairman of SWSSMB, it is incredibly rewarding to witness the enthusiasm for this event and the Merino industry. Each year, we welcome visitors from across NSW and interstate, demonstrating the significance of this one-day showcase and its impact on Merino businesses. The return of 59 out of 60 exhibiting studs underscores the event’s ongoing importance to the industry.
Acknowledging Our Supporters
We are proud to welcome back Nutrien Livestock as our Diamond Sponsor, alongside Rabobank as our Platinum Sponsor—both long-term supporters of this event. Their sponsorship plays a vital role in the Field Day’s success, and we sincerely thank them. To all our sponsors, your continued contributions help ensure this event remains a cornerstone of the Merino industry.
A huge thank you to our Member Studs and working committee members, whose dedication brings this event together year after year. Your hard work is deeply appreciated.
We also extend our gratitude to the Harden Showground Trust for hosting us at this fantastic venue, allowing the Merino industry to showcase its excellence.
Join Us for an Unmissable Event
With 62 studs on display, alongside a diverse array of industry exhibitors, the South West Slopes Stud Merino Breeders Field Day is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about Merinos.
We look forward to seeing you there!
SWSSMB Woollen Fashion Parade
The SWS Stud Merino Breeders have relaunched the woollen fashion parade for 2024!
The event will showcase beautiful trans-seasonal woollen garments that can be worn every day of the year, displaying the versatility of quality wool.
Held on Tuesday 3rd September at the Harden Murrumburrah Showground amongst the Merino Field Day displays.
2024 Field Day Winners
Merino Ram Of The Year 2024
Congratulations to Yarrawonga Merino & Poll Merino Stud for winning the 2024 SWSSMB Field Day Ram of The Year.
Pen of Three Winner 2024
Congratulations to Yarrawonga Merino & Poll Merino Stud for winning the 2024 SWS Pen Of Three Merino Hogget Rams – Wendouree Perpetual Shield.
2024 Runner-up Pen of Three
Congratulations to Grassy Creek Merino & Poll Merino Stud for winning Runner-up in the 2024 Wendouree Perpetual Shield – SWS Pen Of Three Merino Hogget Rams.
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Stud Display
Showcase your best rams at the SWS Merino Field Day.
Commercial Exhibitor
Exhibitors are welcome to display their products and services at the Field Day.
Become a Sponsor
Be apart of the SWS Merino Field Day by becoming one of our sponsors.
Market Stall
The Field Day is a great place to get your products directly to the people.
