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Agriland
06-08-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Tullamore Show: Competition entries exceed 5,000
The organisers of the Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show have said that entries to the event's competitions across the various sections have now exceeded 5,000. The Tullamore Show said that it has "surpassed all expectations" with the number of entries so far. "Entry numbers for all competitions are exploding as are the number of trade stands. With extra space allocated in the trade stand area, there is still a waiting list of eager companies to showcase their business and wares," organisers said. "Competition entry numbers have way exceeded the 5,000 mark, showcasing the very best in livestock; horses; poultry; farm produce; cakes; art and photography; and crafts and horticulture." Entries to the Tullamore Show for certain sections will be accepted until August 1, and will also be accepted on show day. These sections are: Cookery; Crafts; Art and photography; Horticulture; Horses; Dogs; Fashion. The closing date for other sections was last Wednesday (July 9), which was an extended closing date due to "high demand" on the show's website. This year's event takes place on Sunday, August 10, with the organisers saying it "will certainly be the place to be, whether as an exhibitor, trade exhibitor or spectator". "The 2025 show has all the hallmarks of being the best show yet. All we want now is the weather and the Child of Prague will certainly be out. Work is in full swing to prepare the site and the trade stand area is being marked out already," Tullamore Show said. The show's chairperson John Keena and secretary Chelsey Cox McDonald are said to be "working tirelessly" with the show's executive committee and volunteers to plan the show. This year's show will see the return of the Sustainable Livestock Village. This year, there will be a strong emphasis placed on the role of young farmers in delivering sustainable change, with Macra joining the village for the first time to highlight generational renewal and youth-led innovation. The admission fee for this year's Tullamore Show is €25 at the gate and €20 by online advance purchase, with free admission for children under 12.
Agriland
28-05-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Tullamore Show launches schedule of classes for 2025
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon has officially launched the 2025 Tullamore Show and the FBD National Livestock Show. The minister attended the annual sponsors evening which took place recently on the banks of the Grand Canal at the Old Warehouse in Tullamore. The 2025 Tullamore Show will take place at the Butterfield Estate, Blueball, Co. Offaly on Sunday, August 10. Tullamore Show The MC on the night was once again, Derek Nevin who along with his wife, Michelle Leaper Nevin, are co-ordinators of the canine section at the show. Derek first introduced the new chairperson of Tullamore Show, John Keena who thanked all the sponsors. 'No matter how small or large the sponsorship is, it's what helps us keep the show running,' he said. John also thanked the Minister Heydon for his presence and acknowledged his role in the farm safety live demostrations over the years. (L-R) Mary Dunphy FBD, Pat Gilligan FBD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon, Emer O'Byrne FBD and Amanda Brennan FBD He also acknowledged title sponsors FBD, the landowners of the Butterfield Estate Anne Marie Butterfield and Stephen Mc Quade, along with the landowners who provided the car parks and access areas to the site. The chairperson concluded his speech with a list of new attractions to the show. One of the many new additions will be a display cow, which was sponsored by Cormac Tagging. In collaboration with Offaly County Council and the ESB, Tullamore Show will have the Sustainable Livestock Village powered by hydrogen, which will be a first of its kind at an agricultural show. Goats, Valais Blacknose Sheep and Fleckvieh cattle are also some new additions to the show, along with a VEX Robotics class in the inventions section. Livestock Pat Gilligan, FBD head of sales in the midlands and western region, said that the company is proud to the title sponsor of the Tullamore Show. 'It is the highlight of the FBD's busy summer calendar and one we look forward to each year. 'Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show is a wonderful reflection of all that is positive within Ireland's livestock and farming sector. 'FBD are proud to be involved in the Sustainable Livestock Village with the ever popular FBD speakers corner again this year,' he said. During his speech, Minister Martin Heydon reminisced on the interaction he has had over the years with Tullamore Show. Heydon noted that agricultural shows such as Tullamore Show play a vital part in exhibiting farming and all that goes with it, it is a way to synchronise rural – urban communities. The speeches concluded with chair John Keena and show secretary Chelsey Cox McDonald making a presentation to Minister Martin Heydon.
