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The show will go on
Adam Woods
Ray Brady, president of the Irish Shows Association, outlines a busy year ahead for the country's shows.
The show will go on
Aberdeen Angus YDP finals come to Ireland
1 May 2024 Pedigree
Aberdeen Angus YDP finals come to Ireland
This year's finals will take place in Mid-Tipp Mart, Thurles, on Saturday 28 September and the competition is open to all young breeders.
Get the glad rags on - it's showtime
1 May 2024 Pedigree
Get the glad rags on - it's showtime
It's been eight long months but it's finally time to dust off the white coat and the show boots, writes Shanon Kinahan.
Over half a century showing cattle and still going strong
Michel Dolan exclusively told the Irish Farmers Journal that Billy was selected to launch the 2023 show because he has been exhibiting at Tullamore Show since the very beginning.
10 May 2023 Pedigree
Top tips to top the show ring
Entering the show ring can be a daunting experience especially if it is your first time. Check out some of the top tips to showing a champion here.
10 May 2023 Shows & showing
O'Meara leading the way in the show ring
Shanon Kinahan recently caught up with Co Clare man Cathal O’Meara to talk about his showing career to date and to find out what exactly shows meant to him growing up.
10 May 2023 Shows & showing
All set up for a successful showing season in 2023
Irish Shows Association national president Raymond Brady outlines his plans for 2023.
10 May 2023 Shows & showing
Positive start to summer show season
Adam Woods previews this week’s special shows and showing feature and looks ahead to a busy show season in 2023.
10 May 2023 Shows & showing
National titles up for grabs at sheep shearing
With the Golden Shearers World Championships just over one month away, this year's sheep shearing competition at Balmoral Show has attracted a strong entry field looking to refine theirs skills.
3 May 2023 Shows & showing
Derriaghy Beef Shorthorns dreaming of show ring success
Competing for honours at the 2023 Balmoral Show beef championships will be Derriaghy Beef Shorthorns, owned by Leanne Green.
3 May 2023 Northern Ireland