Programs

ISA Annual Shearing School information can be found on the homepage in the “latest news” box

Annual Producer Symposium

This one-day program is open to all sheep producers provides an educational opportunity for producers, educators and other professionals in sheep and related agribusiness industries. Youth are an important segment of the sheep industry and are invited to attend as well. The programs feature excellent speakers on a variety of topics, and commercial exhibitors are often present.

The ISA Annual Meeting is also held in conjunction with the Symposium. During the annual meeting, new officers/directors are elected and important items for ISA members are discussed.

Field Days

ISA Field Days deal with several aspects of sheep production and management, offering participants the opportunity to visit a successful sheep farming operation dedicated to sheep production in a profitable way. Sheep farmers and anyone interested in sheep management are cordially invited to attend.

Raw Wool/Fleece Sales

ISA offers members the opportunity to sell raw wool in 2-3 sales each year, generally in March and October. Watch the homepage for info on the next sale or email [email protected] to ask. Washed, unprocessed wool is also accepted. 

Indiana Sheep Industry Directory

This online resource connects anyone interested in the sheep industry with Indiana producers, shearers, guardian or herding animal suppliers and others involved in related agribusinesses. [ CLICK HERE ]

Make It With Wool Contest

WHAT ARE THE CONTEST OBJECTIVES?

• To promote the beauty and versatility of wool fabrics and yarns
• To encourage personal creativity in sewing, knitting, crocheting, spinning and weaving wool fabrics and yarns
• To recognize creative skills
• To develop life skills, including: - Being responsible for one's self - Being a good sport - Accepting judges' decisions - Learning about and appreciating diversity

WHO CAN ENTER?

• Pre-teens, age 12 and under
• Juniors, ages 13-16
• Seniors, ages 17-24
• Adults, age 25 and older

Anyone, regardless of race, creed or sex who meets age and other guidelines may participate.

WHAT FABRICS / YARNS CAN I USE?

• 100% wool or wool blend (minimum 60% wool or specialty wool fiber) for each fashion fabric or yarn used.
• Specialty wool fibers include alpaca, angora, camel, cashmere, llama, mohair, and vicuna.
• The entire garment body (front, back, and sleeves) must be wool or wool-blend fabric. Vests worn with a suit, sport coat, or blazer may have a back of non-wool fabric. Vests worn as a top layer or with outerwear coat/ jacket must have a wool back.
• Trims, facings, interfacings, linings, and underlinings may be fabrics other than wool or wool blends.

Any questions should be directed to the Indiana State MIWW Director, Marianne Dosmann at [email protected].

Howard Wyman Sheep Industry Leadership School

The Howard Wyman Sheep Leadership School is made possible with major support from the American Lamb Board, National Sheep Improvement Center, American Sheep Industry Association and other donors. This annual national program is open to participants 20 years of age and older interested in learning techniques to improve their sheep industry business operations and profitability. For more details, go to the National Lamb Feeders website.