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
66 Merino Studs on display and all under cover!
Tuesday 1st September 2026, 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: 2026 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 2026 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.
Jono Merriman
SWS Stud Merino Breeders President
Presidents Report 2026
Welcome to the 2026 South West Slopes Stud Merino Breeders Field Day.
This year’s event at the Harden Showground will feature more than 660 Merino sheep from 66 of NSW’s leading registered Merino Studs—one of the largest single‑day gatherings of registered Merino studs in Australia. Every display is housed entirely under cover, ensuring an exceptional viewing experience for all visitors.
With free entry and onsite parking, every attendee will receive a full‑colour SWSSMB Booklet and a complimentary pen upon arrival.
Reflecting on 2025
Last year’s Field Day was an outstanding success, drawing one of our largest crowds to date. Enthusiastic Merino breeders and industry supporters travelled from across the region to inspect the high‑quality genetics showcased by every exhibiting stud.
The AWI Runway Collection was a highlight, demonstrating the growing presence of commercial agricultural exhibitors and the increasing visibility of Merino wool products. The 2025 event delivered our most extensive display of Merino genetics and woollen goods, reinforcing the Field Day’s role as a premier platform for industry engagement.
Click the link below to read the full report…
AWI Runway Showcase also featuring outside labels using Australian Merino Wool
The AWI Runway Showcase also featuring outside label using Australian Merino Wool will be on again this year!
The AWI Runway Kit showcases the latest wool apparel of some of Australia’s greatest brands and retailers.
The Kit has recently been refreshed to include looks from the Autum/Winter 2025 Collections of leading brands such as, Cable, Iris & Wool, Marcs, Sass & Bide, Seed Heritage and Witchery.
The current collection contains commercially available wool outfits that can be bought in Australia
The AWI Runway Showcase will be held at 1pm Tuesday 1st September at the Harden Showground.
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.
Join us and get on display apply here
Become part of the SWS Stud Merino Field Day and display your Stud stock, products or services.
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.
