British Wool renews half-price shearing courses for young farmers

Young farmers are being offered a 50% discount on shearing training after British Wool renewed its partnership with the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs for an eighth consecutive year. The scheme gives NFYFC-affiliated Young Farmers Club members reduced access to British Wool machine and blade shearing courses, alongside wool handling training, aimed at building practical skills and confidence in the shearing shed. The discounted training is open to members at all stages, from complete beginners to experienced shearers looking to improve technique and efficiency. British Wool’s two-day shearing courses and one-day wool handling courses are delivered nationwide and focus on core principles of safe, effective shearing. Training covers animal welfare, correct use and maintenance of equipment, and safety in the shearing shed, with small group sizes allowing for hands-on instruction. The offer comes at a time when demand for skilled shearers remains strong, with industry ...