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	Gower Agricultural Show
		However, the show is deeply rooted in the local farming community and in the best interests of agriculture and in line with DEFRA restrictions on animal movement, a decision has been taken at this morning’s emergency meeting of Show Directors to cancel this year’s show, as a precautionary measure.
		The Gower Agricultural Society is keen to do everything in its power to support the agricultural community and to avoid a recurrence of the 2001 outbreak with the terrible consequences to the rural economy which that caused.
		Show officials are endeavouring to contact those connected with Sunday’s show to inform them of the cancellation.
	www.gowershow.co.uk (444 words)

	Agricultural show - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		An Agricultural Show is a public event showcasing the equipment, animals, sports and recreation associated with the occupations of agriculture and animal husbandry.
		A show is the Commonwealth term for an annual country fair.
		Shows range from small events in small country towns lasting most of one day through medium-sized events of two or three days to the all-encompassing Royal Shows in state capitals, which may run for up to two weeks and combine many elements of an amusement park with those of an agricultural show.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Agricultural_show (512 words)

	North Coast National - History of the Show
		Lismore's first show was held on the 27th and 28th of January 1885 and was located in the general area of the present R.S.L. Club.
		The show was held in two parts, all exhibits, apart from livestock, were displayed in Albert Hall in Keen St - near a section of the Lismore TAFE College and horses, cattle, pigs, and poultry were in the town pound yard, which is about the site of the present RSL Club.
		The first show was held by Lismore Agricultural and Horticultural Association, but the date of the change to "Agricultural and Industrial Society" before the show in 1885, is not known.
	www.lismoreshow.org.au /history.htm (922 words)

	Scotland.com: The Black Isle Agricultural Show - - Scotland Blog
		This multi-activity agricultural show has something for everyone and is definitely worth visiting for at least a day.
		As an agricultural show it includes displays of farm animals, farm trades and a wide variety of trade stands selling a good mixture of goods.
		Also be sure to see the flower show which promises to uphold tradition and be truly spectacular.
	www.scotland.com /blog/the-black-isle-agricultural-show (547 words)

	Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show
		As the name of the Show implies, the Show is primarily a Country Show dedicated to country pursuits, and the Historic Vehicle Display, of which I am the Chief Steward (as well as being the Vehicle Registrar of the Surrey Vintage Vehicle Society), is a small but important part of the overall event.
		The Show traditionally starts with the Show Ball which is held in the VP marquee on the Friday evening and goes on long into the night.
		Beside the Agricultural machinery section is the children's Fun Fair including traditional helter skelter, roundabouts, shooting gallery as well as the now requisite bouncy castles and the state of the art rocket travel simulator.
	www.svvs.org /eoshow.shtml (1141 words)

	Kilnsey Show, the Yorkshire Dales' foremost agricultural show
		Kilnsey Show, the Yorkshire Dales' foremost agricultural show
		It is one of the larger agricultural shows in the North of England and it attracts visitors from throughout the Dales and way beyond.
		Entry classes cater for a wide range of sheep and cattle breeds, and the show provides an excellent opportunity for those unfamiliar with hill farming to find out about the skills and problems of the hill farmer and to trace their food from field to plate.
	www.yorkshirenet.co.uk /ydales/kilnseyshow (433 words)

	Likoma holds first agricultural show (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-28)
		“The idea behind the [agricultural] show is to motivate those who do not take care of their crops and animals learn from their friends and improve their production.
		Jere said there was no restriction to the type of farmers eligible to the agricultural show saying any farmer who was impressed with his or her crops and animals was allowed to participate.
		Agricultural shows are annual events where people display their farm produce and the outstanding ones win prizes for their achievements.
	www.nationmalawi.com /articles.asp?articleID=17622 (295 words)

	Agricultural events, Rural, Countryside and County Shows in UK
		The Royal Show is the most prestigious agricultural event of the year and provides a ‘one-stop-shop’ for everyone living and working in the rural environment today.
		Years on from that, Castlewellan Agricultural Show is still going strong with over 300 classes, and is recognised as one of the foremost one-day shows in the country.
		The Ashby Show is a traditional agricultural show held the grounds of the Measham Lodge Farm in the beautiful English countryside, it is regarded by many as the premier one-day show in the Midlands.
	www.stackyard.com /orgs/agricultural_shows/index.html (980 words)

	Agricultural Shows Northumberland Northumbria England UK GB (page 183) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-28)
		Northumberland's agricultural shows began as livestock competitions in which local farmers competed against one another for the best sheep, cattle and other animals.
		No summer visit to Northumberland is complete without visiting at least one of these shows, the three largest of which are: The Northumberland County Show in Corbridge (always the first agricultural show of the season), the Bellingham show (the inspiration for Philip Larkin's poem "Show Saturday") and the Glendale Show, near Wooler.
		The Alwinton Border Shepherd's Show is a particularly significant event as it signals the end of summer and the time for the hill farmers to start their winter preparations.
	www.northumberland.gov.uk /vg/agshows.html (370 words)

	Gower Agricultural Show - this year's show
		To be awarded to a young person/s or group involved in agriculture locally to further their education in agriculture.
		This year the Show welcomes S4C celebrity Dai Jones, Llanilar to open the centenary celebrations where there are classes for cattle, sheep, pigs, poultry, horses, showjumping, growing crops, horticulture, cookery and crafts, honey, stick making and sheep dog trials.
		Displays of vintage cars and tractors, a craft marquee and a food hall are situated amongst the agricultural and trade stands.
	www.gowershow.co.uk /2005show/2005show.htm (230 words)

	Cayman Net News: Cayman Agricultural show kicks off
		The 38th annual Cayman Islands Agricultural Show is being held on Wednesday, 25 February, at the Stacy Watler Agricultural Pavilion in Lower Valley.
		The show also caters to craftspeople, who use the Agricultural show to display their work.
		The Cayman Horse Association Show begins at 10 am and carries on until the end of the show with horse parades, reining, team penning, jumping, games and barrel racing.
	www.caymannetnews.com /2004/02/600/show.shtml (431 words)

	Denbigh show attracts agricultural ministers from across the region - JAMAICAOBSERVER.COM (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-28)
		A large number of agricultural ministers, experts and farmers from across the Caribbean are expected to attend this week-end's Denbigh Agricultural and Industrial Show in Clarendon.
		The show, the largest of its kind in the English-speaking Caribbean is projected to make some $5 million in profits this year.
		He says that the funds will be ploughed back into the Denbigh show which the JAS hopes to develop into a major show pience of Jamaican agricultural development which will be opened to the public 365 days a year.
	www.jamaicaobserver.com /magazines/business/html/20060805T180000-0500_110592_OBS_DENBIGH_SHOW_ATTRACTS_AGRICULTURAL_MINISTERS_FROM_ACROSS_THE_REGION_.asp (320 words)

	Road to the Isles Agricultural Show, Camusdarach, Scottish Highlands
		This Agricultural Show focuses on the animals reared in the area bounded by Knoydart, the Small Isles, Mallaig, Morar, Arisaig.
		We try to highlight the interests of all the families concerned with crofting, farming or fishing, so there is a thriving handicrafts marquee exhibiting everything from vegetable animals from nursery school age children through knitting, sewing, painting, sketching, photography and carving to all manner of delicious home baking.
		Events in the show ring in 2005 included a Parade of Highland Cattle and a Pageant showing the uses, throughout history, of the Highland Garron pony, as well as a working sheepdog demonstration.
	www.road-to-the-isles.org.uk /agricultural-show.html (333 words)

	Lincolnshire Agricultural Show
		Show with horses, camels, donkeys and marching bands, Linc...
		Show will be held in its new home on Godnow Road,...
		Show and Country fair are available to let you see what we have planned for this year.
	www.futuregate.co.uk /lincolnshire_agricultural_show.html (224 words)

	BBC NEWS \| Wales \| Agricultural show 'proud to be back'
		Organisers have said that although the Pembrokeshire show - believed to be second only in size to the Royal Welsh - is primarily an agricultural event, it has expanded its appeal to attract visitors from outside the industry.
		The show provides the farming unions with an opportunity to meet their members and to lobby political points.
		The Pembrokeshire Agricultural society, which stages the show, was founded in 1784 by William Knox.
	news.bbc.co.uk /1/hi/wales/2191040.stm (400 words)

	Northwest Ag Show - Frequently Asked Questions
		The NW Ag Show is the second largest agricultural show on the West Coast, second only to the Tulare Farm Show.
		The show is produced by the Northwest Horticultural Congress, which is a partnership between the Oregon Horticultural Society, the Oregon Association of Nurseries and the Northwest Nut Growers Association.
		The NW Ag Show is held in conjunction with annual MEETINGS and SEMINARS by all three of the Northwest Horticultural Congress groups.
	www.nwagshow.com /faq.php (362 words)

	Geelong agricultural and Pastoral Society - News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-28)
		A Show full of fun, excitement and wonder is planned, with some very special attractions and two nights of the most fantastic fireworks displays imaginable.
		The Show was a resounding success and a Spring Flower Show has been planned for November (11th and 12th).
		This book is a treasure trove of anecdotes and history of the Society from its inception as the Geelong and Western District Agricultural and Horticultural Society to the present.
	www.geelongshow.org.au /news.htm (284 words)

	Ellingham and Ringwood Agricultural Show Society
		Show jumping classes are held throughout the day and are a major attraction to both the general public and the competitor alike.
		Beautiful floral arrangements under various headings show the versatility of plants and flowers and the imagination of their designers.
		Inside exhibitors make and show their own products whilst outside Rural Crafts are displayed to show methods of production in the countryside which have been practiced for generations.
	www.ellinghamshow.co.uk /shows.html (449 words)

	Bute Agricultural Society
		The Anniversary Show attracted over a 1000 entries, an all time record; the pleasant weather and the royal visitor brought in a record crowd.
		L McArthur’s foal was awarded the Show’s Champion of Champions rosette and the Andrew Crozier Memorial Trophy; overcoming competition from mainland exhibitors, A Steel and Son’s (Jackton), Champion Clydesdale and K.A.andR.
		I also thank everybody who has been involved in today’s show, judges, stewards, standholders and sponsors; a special thanks goes to MC Douglas Lyle for his cheery and informative commentary throughout the day.
	www.kilchattan-bay.co.uk /bas1.htm (610 words)

	BAKEWELL SHOW- Derbyshires Premire Event (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-28)
		The Bakewell Show is a celebration all aspects of farming and rural life, from the best of British livestock to the latest business and technological innovations.
		The Show itself has a proud history; in 2007 we are celebrating the 177th show.
		Set in the picturesque Wye Valley, it is the largest tented Show in the UK and attracts around 65,000 visitors over the two days.
	www.bakewellshow.org /pageview7.asp?cust=443 (309 words)

	TagTooga : agriculture / agricultural show
		A traditional agricultural and horse show in the ancient Cotswold town of Moreton-in-Marsh.
		the royal agricultural society of england aims to play a leading role in the development of british agriculture and a vibrant rural economy through the uptake of good science, the promotion of best practice and participation in high level debate.
		The Olds Agricultural Society is dedicated to the encouragement and promotion of agriculture, horticulture, home making, cultural activities, and improvement of the quality of life in south-central Alberta.
	www.tagtooga.com /agriculture/agricultural+show (596 words)

	Royal Agricultural Show, Reading, 1882 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-28)
		Dent referred, amid cheers, to the chemical investigations of the society, and to the labours of their newly appointed lady entomologist, Miss Ormerod, to whom they were indebted for most valuable researches into the nature and habits of the various insect pests that are among the worst foes of agriculture.
		The Duke of Richmond and Gordon was appointed president for the corning year, when the annual show and meeting will be held at York.
		The Mayor handed an address of welcome to his Royal Highness, who returned a short written reply, and drove; to the show, loudly cheered by the crowd who had assembled along the road.
	www.londonancestor.com /newspaper/1882/0715/agriculture-show.htm (257 words)

	The Aylsham Agricultural Show 2007
		The Aylsham Show is a traditional one-day agricultural show, set in the picturesque parkland of Blickling Park, a well known National Trust estate.
		Livestock is an important feature of the Aylsham Show and there are showing classes for cattle, sheep, horses, goats, poultry and Show Jumping.
		Pre show ticket may be acquired at the discounted rate of £8 each.
	www.aylshamshow.co.uk /index.asp (495 words)

	Agricultural Shows - The Royal Bath & West Agricultural Show
		The Bath and West Agricultural Show where all aspects of farming and rural life can be seen, from the best of British livestock to the latest business innovations in farming.
		The show offers the perfect day out for the whole family; the best for shopping, food, flowers, crafts, country pursuits, equestrian competitions and arena displays.
		This project is supported under the England Rural Development Programme by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund.
	www.bathandwest.com /show_show_1.php (692 words)

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