About ASHEEP

Sheep, cattle & pasture grower group

ASHEEP (Association for Sheep Husbandry, Excellence, Evaluation & Production Inc) is a grower group with a core focus on raising sheep and cattle production standards, and maximising the profitability of our members. The group was set up by local producers in 2003, and since inception has expanded to include cattle and worked proactively to promote best practice, participate in research projects, deliver trials and demonstrations, build industry relationships and address issues arising in the livestock industry throughout the Esperance region. 

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We are based in the Esperance area covering a wide variety of rainfall zones and soil types. We don’t favour particular systems or breeds over another, rather seek to evaluate and highlight best practice in livestock husbandry and production. Whilst our activities are predominantly focused in the Esperance region, ASHEEP welcomes members from around Australia.

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OUR VISION

To raise the production standards of members to maximise profitability.
How we deliver:
 

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Establishment of the Ovine Johnes Disease sub committee to manage OJD in the Esperance area through testing, improved biosecurity and education.

 

  • Development of Lamb Planner & a prototype of Weaner Planner

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  • Involved in working group that saw the only truck wash in the area re-opened (Myrup Truck Wash)

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  • Self-funded with four employees

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  • Pilot group for The Sheep’s Back network

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  • First in the area to run auto-drafting and electronic ID trials & workshops

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  • Leader in research into lamb survival, including predation, fencing and shelter

ASHEEP MANAGEMENT

 

ASHEEP is not for profit, incorporated organisation run by a committee of 12 volunteer farmers. The committee ensures the activities undertaken by ASHEEP align with our strategic plan. 

 

ASHEEP is self-funded through sponsorship and membership, and also benefits from the support of project funding bodies such as Australian Wool Innovation, Meat & Livestock Australia, and government. 

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Our staff include an Executive Officer, Project Officers, and a Bookkeeper.

ASHEEP COMMITTEE

Chair: Mark Walter

Vice: David Vandenberghe

Treasurer: Alan Hoggart

Members:

  • Enoch Bergman

  • Simon Fowler

  • Thomas Pengilly

  • Nick Ruddenklau

  • Tim Starcevich

  • Josh Sullivan

  • Scott Welke

  • Karina West

  • Ryan Willing

CATTLE SUB-COMMITTEE

Chair: Ryan Willing

Members:

  • Enoch Bergman

  • Amy Forrester

  • Simon Fowler

  • Wes Graham

  • Ian McCallum

  • Nick Ruddenklau

  • Matthew Ryan​