The objective of the Society is to promote agriculture and the countryside to the community.
Each year on the fourth Saturday in July the Society runs a one day agricultural show known as Braco Show.
he Stranraer Show is one of Dumfries and Galloways most popular annual events. The show is organised and hosted by Stranraer & Rhins of Galloway Agricultural Society in order to showcase the best of local livestock, agricultural products and rural crafts.
Species rich grassland meadows are an important part of our farming landscape; providing habitats for birds, pollinators, and areas of nutritionally low fodder to manage sheep condition on.
Join us for a practical morning with speakers including Michael Blanche looking at how can we better utilise these areas within our farming systems- and what revenue is available for managing these areas through AECS?
Springwood Park, KelsoMultiple day event:
28 – 29 Jul
Traditionally the annual Show is held on the last Friday and Saturday of July each year in Springwood Park, forty-six acres of parkland on the outskirts of Kelso. The Showground is adjacent to the world famous Junction Pool of the rivers Tweed and Teviot with a magnificent view of the Abbey and the unique five arch bridge built in 1802 as a model for the old Waterloo bridge in London.
Nairn Show 2017 will be held on Saturday 29 July at Kinnudie Farm, Auldearn, 1 mile East of Nairn, just off the A96. The showfield will once again be made available by the kind permission of The Philip Family.
Harbro meeting to learn about feeding efficiency post Brexit. Speakers include Oliver McEntyre (Barclays Agricultural Specialist) and Willie Thomson (Harbro Technical Director).
Black Isle Showfield Multiple day event:
02 – 03 Aug
Wednesday 2nd August - Evening Preview from 4pm. Keep and eye out here for the programme.
Thursday 3rd August - Cattle, Sheep, Native Scottish Horse and Pony breeds (Shetland, Highland & Clydesdale) Full Ring Programme and attractions. See Ring programme tab for full details.
The Kintyre Agricultural Show has been held for over 100 years and offers a superb day of entertainment for everyone. Taking place in Anderston Park, Campbeltown, it features judging of sheep and cows, a pipe band, tug-o-war, dog show and a selection of rare breeds.
Mainsgate Park, Duns Castle Estate, Duns, Berwickshire, TD11 3NW
Berwickshire County Show incorporates an agricultural livestock show along with family entertainment, horse events, poultry show, vintage display and dog show, created on a beautiful site next to Duns Castle. There is literally something for all ages, based around community groups and entertainment from farther afield. It is truly a family outing, with a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere!
The Showfield, High Street, Rothesay, Bute, PA20 9NW
The Bute Agricultural Show is a fantastic day out. With all sorts of farm animals (and Llamas), stalls, tractors, Clydesdales, a pets competition, food stalls, a beer tent and more, it's fun for all the family.
The Islay, Jura and Colonsay Show is a real community affair and a great way to meet the locals.
Held annually in Bridgend, Islay, this agricultural show judges sheep, pigs, cows and horses. There's also a gymkhana, side stalls including food by local producers, a pipe band, dog show and children's amusements.
There's always a lively ceilidh dance in the evening which keeps going into the wee hours.
Find out more about things to see and do on Islay, Jura & Colonsay.
Reaseheath College, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 6DFMultiple day event:
16 – 17 Aug
BCVA Masterclass CPD is aimed at experienced clinicians wishing to gain greater insights from class-leading researchers and cattle vets which can be applied on farm and in their work. Previous Masterclasses have proved very popular, so early booking is advised.
SRUC Barony Campus, Parkgate, Dumfries, DG1 3NEMultiple day event:
22 – 23 Aug
This training course covers the causes of lameness in cattle and how to reduce their impact. The aim is to help you to identify the symptoms of the different diseases and conditions which lead to lameness. Practical instruction will be delivered in the well proven Dutch foot trimming technique.
Harrison & Hetherington's Newcastleton Auction Mart
The Holm Show is an annual agricultural event that has been running since 1883.
The show is a day out for all the family and includes a wide range of exhibitions and competitions including livestock, poultry and animals.
With competitions for industrial products, crafts, baking, flowers and vegetables and photography, there truly is something for everyone. There is also the opportunity to see craft demonstrations including tapestry and walking stick making.
Agricultural show with cattle, sheep, horses also craft tent, tug o' war, horticultural, floral arts, home industries, trade stands and an appearance of the Scottish lumberjacks.
The first Ram Sale was held in the Knowes in Kelso ( now a car park ) in 1836 when the Society acted as arbiters to private bargaining before the first sale by auction in 1838 when 120 rams were offered, at prices ranging from three to six pounds per head.
UK Dairy Day is a dedicated annual one day event for the dairy industry held at the International Centre in Telford, Shropshire at a key time of the year when plans and decisions are being made for the winter. The 4th event will be held on Wednesday 13th September 2017 from 8.00am to 5.30pm focused on the theme of 'Sharing Knowledge'.
SAVE THE DATE!
Key findings on the Calf to Calving initiative and a review of heifer performance on all host farms looking back over the past 24 months.
Newark Showground, Lincoln Road, Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, NG24 2NY
The Precision Farming Event provides a unique opportunity to get hands on with the latest technology, but also discusses new ideas with industry-leading experts and gives you the chance to make the most of your existing systems and data.
Stirling, United AuctionsMultiple day event:
22 – 24 Oct
The world-famous Perth Bull Sales were established in 1865. They now take place at the company's new headquarters at Stirling and in July 2012 were officially renamed as the Stirling Bull Sales to reflect the new location. The pedigree bull sales are held in October, February and May each year. The sales attract thousands of visitors from home and abroad and are an integral part of the farming calendar. The main pedigree breeds comprise Aberdeen-Angus, Beef Shorthorn, Charolais, Simmental, Limousin, British Blue, British Blonde and Salers.
Wide-ranging and engaging, the IDF World Dairy Summit 2017 programme will provide a comprehensive examination of all the major issues making a difference to the world of dairy, as well as insights into how delegates can, in turn, make a difference to the sector’s future
AgriScot started life as a specialist dairy event and still continues to attract the top exhibitors to its high quality dairy competition, the show now attracts a wide range of visitors with a recent survey showing beef farmers predominated, followed by those in the dairy sector. Arable, pig and poultry farmers also attended in large numbers confirming AgriScot as an all-industry event.
A grassland event organised by the Scottish Soil Association.
More details to be confirmed.
For more information, please contact Stuart at the Hub on 03454 755110 or info@scottishdairyhub.org.uk
The Eikon Exhibition Centre, Balmoral Park, Halftown Road, Lisburn
The Royal Ulster Winter Fair, in association with sole sponsor Danske Bank, is an established and highly successful event in the agricultural calendar.
