Why you can't miss LambEx26 with Jamie Heinrich

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Head Shepherd
Why you can't miss LambEx26 with Jamie Heinrich
Feb 08, 2026 Season 2026 Episode 269
Mark Ferguson

Are you heading to LambEx26? This week on the podcast we have LambEx chair, Jamie Heinrich, on the podcast to discuss one of the sheep industry’s largest gatherings, bringing together producers, researchers, service providers and supply chain leaders from around the world.

Held at the Adelaide Convention Centre, the event covers productivity, profitability, genetics, sustainability and the future direction of the sheep and lamb sector. 

Tune in to hear more about how you can join the conversation at LambEx.


Tickets on sale now:

https://www.lambex.org.au/


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