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On 12th August 2022 Nick Greaves and Llyr Jones will be attempting to break the 9 hour 2-stand British Lamb Shearing Record which currently stands at 1,457 lambs, a record set by Gareth Daniels and Ian Jones, two former Champion Shearers of Wales.
The decision to attempt this record has not been taken lightly, Nick & Llyr have considerable sheep shearing experience between them and feel they are ready to take on the challenge.
Staging this event is going to involve a huge amount of work and effort from Nick and Llyr with their physical and mental preparation, therefore they want to raise as much money as possible for their chosen charities whilst attempting to break the British record.
The Farming Community Network (FCN) is a voluntary organisation and charity that supports farmers and families within the farming community through difficult times.
Farming is not just a job – it’s a way of life. It is a wonderful industry to work in, but it can also be inherently risky and volatile. Farmers are regularly forced to deal with issues on the farm that are beyond their control, such as animal disease, fluctuating market prices and the weather. Farming can also be a very isolating and lonely occupation, with farmers often spending long hours out in the field with little or no form of social interaction.
On top of their responsibilities on the farm, farm workers also deal with issues in their personal life, such as relationship breakdowns, physical health problems and bereavement.
All of this means that farmers and farming families across the UK are highly susceptible to poor mental wellbeing, including stress, anxiety and depression.
FCN has a network of over 400 volunteers across England and Wales, many of whom are involved in farming, or have close links with agriculture, and therefore have a great understanding of the issues that farmers, farm workers and farming families regularly face. Our volunteers provide free, confidential, pastoral and practical support to anyone who seeks help, regardless of whether the issue is personal or business-related.
FCN volunteers provide support in a number of ways. These can include support with paperwork, building relationships with bank managers, acting as family mediators and even supporting farmers through legal issues.
Approximately 40 volunteers help with the running of the FCN helpline. Cases that come through the FCN helpline are usually referred to a local FCN volunteer, who will try and organise a face-to face meeting with the person seeking help. It is entirely up to them how much support they need or want from FCN.
The event will be taking place in Amerton, Stafford (on the Greaves’ family farm) on lambs born this Spring..
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