Cattle competitions will be a key focus at the sixth Dualla Show, which will take place just 5km from Cashel in Co. Tipperary, on Sunday, August 27, from 11:00am.
With its mix of agricultural events, machinery, food stalls and children’s entertainment, Dualla Show attracts thousands of visitors every year.
The aim of the cattle section is to showcase the best commercial and pedigree species in the region.
Cattle classes will include: Charolais; Shorthorn; Salers; Parthenaise; Holstein Friesian; Jersey; Simmental; and Limousin. There will also be a competition for young handlers.
There will be 21 sheep classes at Dualla Show. Show jumping events will include the hosting of the Connolly Red Mills Munster Grand Prix competition. Canines are not forgotten, with a dog show to reward the well turned out.
Other highlights will include: tractor pulling; truck and car shows; a vintage display; a tug-of-war; wrestling; a big top circus; a cookery demonstration with TV chef Adrian Martin; an auction; an emergency services display; live music; and children’s events.
“Fast forward five years, and it has grown exponentially, with over 15,000 people in the show field last year, and over €100,000 donated to local charities and community groups,” said Dermot O’Halloran, PRO.
One of its core values is an affordable family day, with an emphasis on free children’s entertainment, he said.
The show’s general appeal is down to its broad mix of agricultural events, from tractor pulling to livestock and show jumping, but with an added dimension of events like the truck show, which attracted 400 entries last year alone.
The voluntary organising committee, he said, strives to add something different to keep people coming back – a free circus this year, for example – while maintaining and improving traditional agricultural events that might otherwise struggle on their own.
“This is an issue that has seen the number of small rural shows decline around Ireland in recent years.”
The organisers benefit from a huge level of cross-community support, with everyone working to make the village a welcoming place for visitors looking for an enjoyable day in rural Ireland.
Admission is €15 for adults, and children will be admitted free of charge.