What KSWPA does and why it is important?
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Engages in educational activities in connection with improvement of breeding, health, marketing, and productivity of all classes of sheep.
Promotes the industry.​
Provides a direct link to ASI.​ ASI (American Sheep Industry) is the national association responsible for representing all political matters for sheep producers and their industry. ASI is the oldest organization of its type in the country and has been very efficient in dealing with livestock issues.​
Establishes Industry Infrastructure
Advocates for Kentucky’s Sheep producers
Provides mentoring to new producers
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Benefits with Joining
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Receive the annual KY Sheep and Goat Management Calendar (please note that when hard copy supplies are gone, you will receive an electronic version)
Free listing in Breeders Directory 
Membership to ASI and the ASI Newsletter (American Sheep Industry)
Free Record Keeping System (Excel based)
Monthly VIP Access to webinars offered by top industry leaders
Access to the Forum, where you can safely ask questions and get quality answers from industry leaders
Participation in wool sales
Invitations to KSWPA events
Receive monthly email updates on educational and funding opportunities within the industry
Become part of a unified voice for all sheep producers
Be in a network of producers with access to information, breeding stock, etc.
In-the-know for changes in the industry
Connect with a mentor
Be represented among groups like Kentucky Farm Bureau, Ky Ag Council, KY Livestock Improvement Association, and much more
 
 
Note- All memberships purchased after Oct 1st will be credited to the next year.