Sheep farmers need help to become sustainable New Zealand sheep farmers might be keen to adopt sustainable practices, but a new Lincoln University study shows they may need some assistance to actually do it7 April 2025 7 April 2025 2 minute read 2 minute read By: By: Lincoln University OceaniaAre we ready to transition to sustainable sheep production in New Zealand? A critical analysis uses results from a farmer survey to understand how prepared New Zealand sheep farmers are to embrace sustainability. "New Zealand cannot achieve a sustainability transition if sheep farmers choose not to make changes or adaptations for climate change. The research showed policy makers needed to help farmers overcome barriers to achieving sustainable production by finding ways to turn intentions into adoption. Policymakers may consider offering training, farm extension programmes and demonstration farm visits for sheep farmers to reduce the uncertainties of sustainable production.