The Australian Sheep Breeders Association met via teleconference today and made the decision to cancel the 2020 event, which was scheduled for July 17 to 19 at Bendigo Showgrounds.

Association president Rob McCartney said the last week has shown that any hope of a mass gathering in July would be impossible.

"The health and safety of our members, volunteers, exhibitors, sponsors, suppliers and visitors is paramount," Mr McCartney said.

"We will now begin planning for the 2021 event."

People who have purchased a membership for 2020 will have their membership carried forward to 2021, according to Australian Sheep and Wool show chief executive Margot Falconer.

"We urge any other members to renew their membership now and these will be for a two-year period as well," Ms Falconer said.

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