Emerging from lambing was when most realised the extent to which the sociaL landscape had changed. All agricultural shows were cancelled and taking stock to the market was suddenly a solitary and brief trip out.A lack of these social gatherings, in an already isolated sector, has had a huge impact on mental health. On top of that, it has removed farmers' ability to benchmark their year. Pen and ringside at the local mart or show is often the first chance farmers have to compare lamb performance and get an idea as to how well them may sell later in the year.
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