2025
Phil Stocker joined the National Sheep Association as Chief Executive in 2011, after 15 years leading the Soil Associations support work for its organic farmer and grower members. Phil has 25 years of livestock and arable farming under his belt, managing several large sheep flocks including Cambridge, Lleyns, Mules, and Beulahs. In his role with the NSA he is committed to the Association being recognised as the focal point for UK grassroots sheep farming issues.
This breakout session will discuss how to conquer the challenges of integrating sheep into arable systems, allowing the wide-reaching benefits for both arable and sheep farmer to be obtained. From infrastructure to grazing agreements there can be an array of hurdles to overcome. The group will discuss overcoming these challenges and give tips on setting […]