Finn Valley Show 2023

Finn Valley Show

BREEDING & YOUNGSTOCK HORSES (RING 2) CLASSES COMMENCE AT 10AM SHARP

Horse Rules:

• Foals must be led at all times

• All animals one year old or over must be led by a bit.

• Passports must be available for inspection (Failure to do this will lead to disqualification).

• Breeding horses must not have hind shoes.

• The Show Committee reserves the right to cancel or amalgamate classes if in sufficient entries.

• The Committee reserve the right to substitute cash prizes with vouchers for product.

BREEDING HORSE SECTION

Class Description

1 Half-Bred Brood Mare: with foal at foot, likely to produce a Hunter (RID, AID & Thoroughbred Brood Mares are excluded).

2 Half-Bred Foal: Filly or Colt, progeny of Mares in Class 1 & Class 3

3 R.I.D. or A.I.D. Brood Mare: with foal at foot.

4 Irish Draught Foal: Filly or Colt, progeny of Mares in Class 3

5 Western Region Irish Draught Foal Championship

Rules & Conditions

2023

1. This Championship is confined to Irish Draught Foals, the progeny of a Class 1 (R.I.D.) Irish Draught Mare and an Irish Draught Stallion that is classified as Class 1 (ID C1) in the Irish Draught Horse Studbook.

2. The competition is open to either colt or filly foals.

3. Dams passports must be produced at qualifying shows and at the final. Foals passports / stallion owners covering certs must be produced at final.

4. Foals must be led at all times.

5. One qualifier per show or two qualifiers if the standard is high enough at the judge’s discretion.

6. On completion of judging, stewards must inform the successful competitor to visit the secretary’s office at the qualifying show within one hour and complete the necessary documentation for entry to the final. Note it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to make sure his/her foal is entered for the final.

7. Show Secretaries must forward the completed result cards, together with appropriate fee to the Oughterard Show secretary within 5 days of holding the qualifying class.

8. The Oughterard Show in consultation with the sponsor reserve the right to amend the rules as may be necessary.

It is envisaged that this competition will continue to give a new impetus to Irish Draught breeding and encourage farmers to produce quality Irish Draught stock on western farms.

6 Mare & Foal Unit: For mares registered with the IHR. Reg. Number must be stated on entry forms and owners must produce passports on the show day. R.I.D. mares and foals eligible. Each mare and foal will be judged as a unit, 50/50.

Rosette

€120, €80,

€50 €12

2nd prize winners of Classes 8 - 13 are eligible to enter)

IRISH DRAUGHT CHAMPIONSHIP (1st and 2nd prize winners of Classes 3, 4, 11, 12 & 13 are eligible to enter)

(Please Note if the Winner of Class 7 is RID, then it is also eligible to enter)

Smyth Perpetual Challenge Cup

14 Cob: Any Age to be shown in hand to be shown in hand, exceeding 148 cm and not exceeding 155 cm. €50, €30, €20 €12

15 Traditional Cob: Any Age to be shown in hand to be shown in hand, exceeding 148 cm and not exceeding 155 cm.

16 Maxi Cob: Any Age to be shown in hand to be shown in hand, exceeding 155 cm.

€50, €30, €20 €12

€50, €30, €20 €12

17 Agricultural Horse: Any Age to be shown in hand. €50, €30, €20 €12

4 Year Old & Upwards (Hunter Type): Mare or Gelding to be shown in hand (excluding Broodmares)

19 Coloured Class: exceeding 148cm Any Age to be shown in hand. The Harkin Family Perpetual Cup

50, €30, €20

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50, €30, €20 €12

IN-HAND HORSE CHAMPION (1st & 2nd prize winners from Classes 14 - 19 are eligible to enter)

RIDDEN HORSE

(RING 2)

Commencing after Breeding & Youngstock (Approx. 1.30pm)

CLASSES COMMENCE AT 9.30AM SHARP

RIDDEN HORSE SECTION

APPROVED RIDING PROTECTIVE HATS AND GEAR MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES IN THE SHOW FIELD. IT IS OUR POLICY TO ENSURE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES. SAFETY AT OUR SHOW IS A PRIORITY

20 Small Hunter: Mare or Gelding, over 148 cms and not exceeding 158 cms to be ridden.

21 Cob: Gelding or Mare, 4 years old and over, exceeding 148 cms and not exceeding 155 cm to be shown under saddle.

22 Traditional Cob: Gelding or Mare, 4 years old and over, exceeding 148 cms and not exceeding 155 cm to be shown under saddle.

23 Maxi Cob: Gelding or Mare, 4 years old and over, exceeding 155 cm to be shown under saddle.

24 Lightweight Hunter: Mare or Gelding, 4 years old and over, shown under saddle, exceeding 153 cms.

25 Medium - Heavyweight Hunter: Mare or Gelding, 4 years old and over, to be shown under saddle, exceeding 153 cms.

26 Coloured Class: mare or gelding to be shown under saddle exceeding 148 cm. (McLaughlin Coaches Perpetual Cup)

27 Ridden Irish Draught: Ridden hunter class for mares and geldings aged four and over who have at least one recorded Irish Draught parent.

28 Race Horse to Riding Horse Open: Any standard of exracehorse may enter, Mare or gelding to be shown under saddle exceeding 148 cm. Racing injuries blemishes etc. are not taken into consideration.

29 THE ALL IRELAND Open Race Horse to Riding Horse Championship Qualifier:

(This Championship is run in association with Racehorse to Riding Horse Ireland RH2RH Ire)

RULES AND CONDITIONS

1. Entries are confined to Thoroughbred Horses that have raced at Point to Point, Field or Racetrack and are registered with their relevant studbook.

2. The judges may ride each horse in all paces on either or both reins.

3. Conformation is not assessed in this Championship.

4. Judges will be looking for a well-mannered Riding Horse and all horses will be treated equally irrespective of their previous racing performance.

50, €30, €20 €12

50, €30, €20 €12

Rosette €10

5. Two horses may be selected to qualify for the final if the judges and the ISA agree that the standard is high enough.

6. Horses must be at least 4 years old and riders at least 16 years of age.

7. Exhibitors at both Qualifying Shows and at the Final must have their passport available for inspection. Failure to comply with this rule will lead to disqualification

8. In addition to the Show Qualifiers, 2 further places at the Final may be awarded from an equivalent competition organised by RH2RH Ire.

9. These Rules must be strictly adhered to alongside the General Rules of the ISA

10. Further details can be obtained from Julie Morris of RH”RH Ire at (00) 44 7938569291

11. The Qualifying Exhibitor must fill out their own Qualifying Card at each Qualifying Show.

30 Small/Large Riding Horse: mare or gelding to be shown under saddle €50, €30, €20 €12

RIDDEN HORSE CHAMPION

(1st & 2nd prize winners from Classes 20 - 30 are eligible to enter)

Supreme Champion Horse

Winners from Champion Classes (Brood Mare, Young Stock, In-Hand & Ridden) are eligible to enter.

The John Russell Memorial Perpetual Trophy will be presented to the winner of this Championship. The Reserve will also receive a Rosette.

Pony Rules:

PONIES (RING 1)

CLASSES COMMENCE AT 9.30AM SHARP

• Foals must be led at all times

• All animals one year old or over must be led by a bit.

• Passports must be available for inspection (Failure to do this will lead to disqualification).

• All IPS Classes run under IPS 2023 Rules

• The Show Committee reserves the right to cancel or amalgamate classes if insufficient entries.

• The Committee reserve the right to substitute cash prizes with vouchers for product.

M&M PONY SECTION (RING 1) starting at 9.30am sharp

Clas Description

31 Mixed Small Breed Mountain & Moorland Ponies: for ponies, mares or geldings, any age to be shown in hand.

(Eligible Breeds: Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, Welsh Sec A & B)

32 Mixed Large Breed Mountain & Moorland Ponies: for ponies, mares or geldings, any age to be shown in hand.

(Eligible Breeds: Connemara, Dales, Fell, Highland, Welsh Sec C & D)

33 M&M Pony Lead Rein: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over. Riders in this class may not compete in any other class at the same show on the same day with the exception of any other Lead Rein Class and the 1st Year Ridden Class.

34 Ridden M&M Pony: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over. To be ridden by riders of the correct age

M&M PONY CHAMPIONSHIP

Prizes Entry Fee

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

(1st & 2nd prize winners from Classes 31 - 34 are eligible to enter)

RIDDEN PONY SECTION

35 Novice Show Pony Riding Class: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years and over, suitable for and to be ridden by riders of the correct age.

36 Open Show Pony Riding Class: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years and over, suitable for and to be ridden by riders of the correct age.

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

RIDDEN SHOW PONY CHAMPIONSHIP(1st & 2nd prize winners from Classes 35 - 36 are eligible to enter)

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Open Show Hunter Pony Lead Rein: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 123 cm suitable for and to be ridden by riders who have attained their 3rd birthday but not their 8th birthday of the current year.

Riders in this class may not compete in any other class at the same show on the same day with the exception of any other Lead Rein Class and the 1st Year Ridden Class.

38 Open Show Hunter Pony First Ridden: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 123 cm suitable for and to be ridden by riders who have not attained their 10th birthday on 1st January of the current year. The same combination of pony and rider may not compete in any class for ponies exceeding 123cms at the same show on the same day.

39 Open Show Hunter Pony Class not exceeding 133cms: For ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 133 cm, suitable for and to be ridden by riders of the correct age.

40 Open Show Hunter Pony Class not exceeding 143cms: For ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 143 cm, suitable for and to be ridden by riders of the correct age.

41 Open Show Hunter Pony Class not exceeding 153cms: For ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 153 cm, suitable for and to be ridden by riders of the correct age.

Ridden Show Hunter Pony Championship

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

(1st & 2nd prize winners from Classes 37 - 41 are eligible to enter)

42 Part Bred Ridden Pony Class not exceeding 153cms: For ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 153 cm, suitable for and to be ridden by riders of the correct age.

43 Open Mixed Height Intermediate of Show Riding Type: For ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, suitable for and to be ridden by riders of the correct age.

WELSH PONY SECTION

44 Welsh Section A&B: for mares or geldings, any age to be shown in hand.

45 Welsh Section C&D: for mares or geldings, any age to be shown in hand.

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

€40, €25, €15 €12

WELSH PONY CHAMPIONSHIP

(1st & 2nd prize winners from Classes 44 - 45 are eligible to enter)

IN HAND PONY SECTION

46 Young Handlers Section: for ponies, mares or geldings, not exceeding 148 cms, any age to be shown by a handler who has not attained their 17th birthday on 01/01/23.

47 Best Turned Out Pony & Handler: for ponies, mares or geldings, not exceeding 148 cms, any age to be shown in hand. The Scott Family Perpetual Cup

48 Show Type Pony Young Stock: 1, 2 & 3year old, colt, gelding or filly, likely to make a child's riding pony.

49 Show Hunter Type Pony Young Stock: 1, 2 & 3year old, colt, gelding or filly, likely to make a child's riding pony.

50 Best Show Type Pony: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 153 cms, to be shown in hand.

51 Best Coloured Pony: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 148 cms, to be shown in hand.

52 Shetland: for ponies, mares or geldings, any age to be shown in hand. (The Margaret Miller Perpetual Cup)

IN HAND PONY CHAMPIONSHIP

(1st & 2nd prize winners from Classes 46 - 52 are eligible to enter)

SUPREME PONY OF THE FINN VALLEY

25, €15 €12

15 €12

25,

15 €12

25, €15 €12

25, €15 €12

25,

15 €12

25, €15 €12

(1st & 2nd Prize Winners from Classes 42 & 43 and all Pony Championships are eligible to enter) The McCreary & Co. Perpetual Cup

The Reserve will also receive a Rosette.

FAMILY PONY & CONNEMARA PONY (RING 3)

CLASSES COMMENCE AT 11AM SHARP

FAMILY PONY SECTION (RING 3) starting at 10.00am sharp This section is open to family type ponies, not registered with the IPS or NPS and non-purebred.

Class Description

53 Novice Family Pony or Rider: for novice ponies or riders only, mares or geldings, 4 years and over, not exceeding 133 cm suitable for and to be ridden by riders who have not attained their 10th birthday by 01/01/23, ponies can be lead. Special prizes will be awarded to all exhibitors in this class.

54 Junior Family Pony Riding Class: for mares or geldings, 4 years and over, not exceeding 138cm. Riders to be under 12 years on 1st January in current year and off lead rein.

55 Senior Family Pony Riding Class: for mares or geldings, 4 years and over, not exceeding 148cm. Riders having attained their 12th but not their 17th on January 1st in current year.

56 Ridden Pony up to 148 cm: (Equitation class) for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years and over, based on riders ability.

57 Veteran Pony Shown In-Hand: for ponies, mares or geldings, 15 years old and over on 1st January 2023. Any height. (Age of pony should be displayed on the bridle.)

58 Best Turned Out In-Hand Pony up to 148 cm: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years and over.

59 Best Pony & Rider in Fancy Dress up to 148 cm: for ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years and over.

FAMILY PONY CHAMPIONSHIP (1st & 2nd prize winners from Classes 53 - 59 are eligible to enter)

CONNEMARA SECTION (RING 3)

Commencing at 1.30PM

4year old and upwards Mare (Must present Green Passport on show day) Special Prize for best foal in this class of €20

CHAMPION CONNEMARA PONY 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 60- 65 are eligible to enter

Cattle Rules:

COMMERCIAL CATTLE (RING 6)

CLASSES COMMENCE AT 11am SHARP

• All animals at the show must be haltered properly as the Show Committee will not be liable for any damage caused by untamed animals.

• The Show Committee reserves the right to cancel or amalgamate classes if insufficient entries.

• The Committee reserve the right to substitute cash prizes with vouchers for product.

• No more than ONE Red Rosette Prizes to be awarded to any one animal.

• All animals in Class 108 to be mouthed on entry to the Ring.

• All Animals must have ‘X’ Bred on Card.

100-1 Calf born after 1st January, 2023 (Male) not exceeding 360kgs

• ALL CALVES WILL BE WEIGHED at 11am on the day by a Committee Member

• Based on weight each category will be sub divided on a 50/50 basis.

• If there is an uneven entry in each category then the calf will be placed into the nearest weight class.

102-3 Calf born after 1st January, 2023 (Female) not exceeding 340kgs

• ALL CALVES WILL BE WEIGHED at 11am on the day by a Committee Member

• Based on weight each category will be sub divided on a 50/50 basis.

• If there is an uneven entry in each category then the calf will be placed into the nearest weight class.

CHAMPION CALF

1st & 2nd Prize winners in classes 100 - 103 to compete for Champion Calf (Kindly sponsored by Dovea Genetics)

Champion €100 (Voucher) & Sash

Reserve: €50 (Voucher) & Rosette

THE IRISH SHOWS ASSOCIATION & SWINFORD SHOW SOCIETY PRESENT: The All Ireland Suckler Heifer Championship Sponsored by Progressive Genetics, Ireland's leading A.I. provider Prize Fund: Cash & Vouchers to the Value of €2,000 RULES AND CONDITIONS

1. The competition is open to All Breeds of non pedigree Heifers, suitable to produce and rear a calf with potential for current commercial beef markets.

2. Heifers may be in calf or maiden at final. For heifers that are in-calf, evidence must be produced i.e., Scanning Cert, or Insemination Cert.

3. Heifer's potential mothering ability will be assessed.

4. Up to 2 heifers may qualify at each show if the standard is deemed sufficient.

5. Individual exhibitors may qualify up to 2 heifers for the final.

6. All heifers must be haltered trained and lead by a competent adult.

7. Animals qualifying for this final are ineligible for entry to other classes at the Swinford Show

8. The foregoing rules should be read in conjunction with I.S.A/ General Rules for 2023 together with Swinford Show Rules.

Entry Fee: To Final: €15

Prizes: Champion: €600 & Sash; 2nd: €350; 3rd: €250; 4th & 5th: €200; 6th to 13th: €50.

Rosette

€10

All Ireland Best non-pedigree maiden heifer, any age, likely to produce a high quality calf – kindly sponsored by Smyth Feeds NOT eligible to enter in any other Beef Class.

1st: €300

2nd: €200

€

20

All Ireland Baby Beef Animal

Please note: First and second placed animals have to be of opposite sex.

1st: €500

2nd: €300

3rd: €200

4th:€100

5th:€50

€

20

€100, €60, €40

€12

€100, €60, €12

111

Best Non Pedigree Charolais, any age

To be eligible, passport MUST show CH X in the ring on the day. €100, €60, €40 €12

Best Non Pedigree Belgian Blue, any age

To be eligible, passport MUST show BB X in the ring on the day. €100, €60, €40 €12

Best Non Pedigree Limousin, any age

To be eligible, passport MUST show L X in the ring on the day. Kindly Sponsored by the Irish Limousin Cattle Society

CHAMPION COMMERCIAL

1st: €150

2nd: €100

3rd: €50

€12

1st & 2nd Prize-winners classes 105 – 111 eligible to enter. The Roy Stevenson Cup will be presented to the winner. Champion €100, Reserve €50 (Sponsored by the Stevenson Family)

112 THE IRISH SHOWS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS: THE ALL IRELAND SENIOR YOUNG STOCKPERSON CHAMPIONSHIP 2023 18-25 YEARS OLD.

SPONSORED BY: FBD INSURANCE & IRISH FARMERS JOURNAL

1. The competition is open to girls and boys, age on the 1st September will determine the class each exhibitor enters.

2. One exhibitor qualifies from each qualifying show for the final.

3. Animals can be of any beef breed, male or female (pedigree or non pedigree beef) and must be leading.

4. An exhibitor can show an animal belonging to another herd owner.

5. Senior exhibitors will exhibit a male or female calf born after 1 st January 2023.

6. Calf identify cards to be available for inspection on show day.

7. Exhibitors may be asked for proof of their age at the final.

8. An adult may aid an exhibitor in the junior class if deemed necessary.

The competition will be judged on criteria, which may include the following:

1. The ability to handle and present the animal to its best advantage in the Show Ring.

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2. General knowledge about the animal itself, including its feeding, breeding etc.

3. Stock judging, the ability to to judge and place a group of animals.

4. Personal presentation of stock person.

5. Presentation of the animal.

Final: Cappamore Show – Saturday 19th August 2023

Junior Stockperson/Handler: Open to boys and girls under the age of 12 years old on the day of the show, animal to be 2023 born calf, judged on stockmanship, style and appearance.

€5

114 Intermediate Stockperson/Handler: Open to boys and girls from 13 to 18 years of age on the day of the show, animal to be 2023 born calf, judged on stockmanship, style and appearance.

Dairy Cattle

CLASSES COMMENCE AT 10:30am SHARP

€25, €15, €10 €5

DAIRY SECTION

Cattle Rules:

• All animals at the show must be haltered properly as the Show Committee will not be liable for any damage caused by untamed animals.

• The Show Committee reserves the right to cancel or amalgamate classes if insufficient entries.

• The Committee reserve the right the right to substitute cash prizes with vouchers for product.

115 Junior Dairy Stockperson - Open to boys and girls under the age of 12 on €25, €15, €10 €5 the day of the show, judged on stockmanship, style and appearance of the animal. (Sponsored by IHFA)

116 Intermediate Dairy Stockperson - Open to boys and girls aged between €25, €15, €10 €5 13 – 16 on the day of the show, judged on stockmanship, style and appearance of the animal. (Sponsored by Aurivo)

117 Senior Dairy Stockperson - Open to boys and girls aged between €25, €15, €10 €5

17 - 25 on the day of the show, judged on stockmanship, style and appearance of the animal. (Sponsored by United Feeds)

Champion Dairy Stockperson

1st and 2nd prizewinners classes 115-117 eligible to enter. Champion €100, Reserve €50 (Sponsored by AHV)

118 Best dairy heifer calf born in 2023

€30, €20 €10 (Sponsored by McKnight Dairy Services)

119 Best dairy heifer born in 2022

€20 €10 (Sponsored by Aurivo)

120 Best dairy heifer under 2 years of age on the day of the show

10 (Sponsored by Provita)

121 Best heifer in-milk

20

20 €10 (Sponsored by Devenish)

122 Best Dairy cow in-milk

€20 €10 (Sponsored by Aurivo)

Champion Dairy

1st and 2nd prizewinners classes 118-122 eligible to enter. Champion €100, Reserve €50 (Sponsored by Eurogene)

PEDIGREE CATTLE (RING 7) CLASSES COMMENCE AT 12 NOON SHARP

PEDIGREE SECTION

Cattle Rules:

• All animals at the show must be haltered properly as the Show Committee will not be liable for any damage caused by untamed animals.

• The Show Committee reserves the right to cancel or amalgamate classes if insufficient entries.

• The Committee reserve the right to substitute cash prizes with vouchers for product.

• No more than ONE Red Rosette Prizes to be awarded to any one animal.

123 124

Best Pedigree Limousine: Male any age.

(Sponored by the Irish Limousine Society) – If insufficent entries class may be amalagted with no 124.

€150, €100,€50

€12

125

Best Pedigree Limousine: Female any age.

(Sponored by the Irish Limousine Society) – If insufficent entries class may be amalagted with no 123.

Best Pedigree Belgium Blue: Male Any Age

(Sponsored by the Irish Blue Society) – If insufficent entries class may be amalagted with no 126

€150, €100,€50

€100, €60,€40

€12

€12

126

Best Pedigree Belgium Blue: Female, Any Age

(Sponsored by the Irish Blue Society) – If insufficent entries class may be amalagted with no 125

127 Best Non-Continental Animal: Male or Female, Any Age (Open to Pedigree & Non-Pedigree Commercial Animals)

€100, €60,€40

€100, €50,€30

€12

€12

Best dexter male – any age

(Sponsored by the Donegal Dexter and Traditional cattle breeders group)

Best dexter female – any age

(Sponsored by Mark McConnell)

130 THE IRISH SHOWS ASSOCIATION & CLONMANY SHOW SOCIETY PRESENT:

The All Ireland Pedigre Suckler Type Heifer Championship

Sponsored by: INISH FARM SUPPLIES

Prize Fund: €1500

RULES AND CONDITIONS

1. The competition is open to All Breeds of Pedigree Suckler Type Heifers.

2. Pedigree cert. for all entrants to be presented to Show Secretary on Show Day.

3. Heifers potential mothering ability will be assessed

4. Up to 2 heifers may qualify at each show if the standard is deemed sufficient.

5. Individual exhibitors may qualify up to 2 heifers for the final.

6. All heifers must be haltered trained and lead by a competent adult.

7. Animals qualifying for this final are ineligible for entry to other classes at Claremorris Show.

The foregoing rules should be read in conjunction with I.S.A/ General Rules for 2023 together with Clonmany Show Rules.

€100, €50,€30

€12

Final: Clonmany Show – Tuesday 8th August 2023

€100, €50,€30

€12

Class: 131

The Irish Shows Association and the Department of Agriculture presents : THE BREEDER’S CHOICE Traditional 4* or 5* breeding heifer. Sponsored by The Department of Agriculture

RULES AND CONDITIONS:

PRIZE FUND: €750

1. This competition is open to All Traditional Genotype 4*or 5* Breeding Heifers, suitable to make a Suckler Cow.

2. Full tag number must be submitted with entry to ensure that genotype rating can be verified.

3. Heifers may be in calf or maiden. All Heifers must be between 12 months and 24 months of age on the date of the show.

4. Each Heifer can only enter this competition at up to five shows. If a heifer enters more than five shows, any further prizemoney will be forfeited.

5. All heifers must be halter-trained and led by a competent adult.

6. The foregoing rules should be read in conjunction with ISA General Rules. Entry Fee: €15

Prizes: 1st €250; 2nd € 125; 3rd € 75; 4th - 8th €50

PEDIGREE CHAROLAIS SECTION

132 Pedigree Charolais, Male Calf born after 1/9/22

€150, €100,€50 €12

133 Pedigree Charolais, Female calf born after 1/9/22 €150, €100,€50

134 Pedigree Charolais, Maiden Heifer born between 31/12/21 and 31/8/22 €150, €100,€50

IRISH CHAROLAIS SOCIETY CHAMPION

1st & 2nd Prize-winners of the Pedigree Charolais Classes 132-134 are eligible to enter. Champion €100 & Sash (Sponosred by the Elite Genetics)

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THE PEDIGREE CHAMPIONSHIP

1st & 2nd Prize-winners in Pedigree & Pedigree Charolais Classes 123 - 134 are eligible to enter. Champion €100 & Sash ( Sponosored by Clonleigh Coop)

SUPREME CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE SHOW 2023

Champion and Reserve of each Champion Class are eligible to enter for the Supreme Championship.

CHAMPION

€100 Product Voucher (Sponsored by Aurivo)

RESERVE

€50 Product Voucher (Sponsored by Aurivo)

SHEEP SECTION (RING 8)

CLASSES COMMENCE AT 10:30am SHARP

Sheep Rules:

• The Show Committee reserves the right to cancel or amalgamate classes if insufficient entries.

Class

• The Committee reserve the right to substitute cash prizes with vouchers for product. Prizes

NON-PEDIGREE – COMMERCIAL SHEEP CHAMPIONSHIP

No more than One Red or Blue Rosette Prizes to be awarded to any one animal.

NON-PEGIGREE COMMERCIAL SHEEP CHAMPIONSHIP

Reserve €50 product

OVERALL CHAROLLAIS SHEEP CHAMPIONSHIP Champion €100 Product Voucher, Reserve €50 product voucher Sponsored by the Irish Charollais Sheep Society

BLACKFACE CHAMPIONSHIP (Open)

BLACKFACE CHAMPION (Open)

€100 Product Voucher & Reserve €50 Product Voucher

BLACKFACE CHAMPIONSHIP (Confined to Stranorlar Electoral Area)

BLACKFACE CHAMPION & Reserve (Confined)

€100 Product Voucher, Reserve €50 product voucher

LANARK BLACKFACE CHAMPIONSHIP

LANARK

Swaledale

Dutch Spotted Champion & Reserve Champion €

Reserve €50 product voucher (kindly sponsored by the Irish Dutch Spotted Society) Blue Texel Sheep

Blue Texel Champion & Reserve Champion €100 Product

Reserve €50 product voucher (kindly sponsored by the Irish Blue Texel Society)

Badger Faced Champion (Rosette only) Beltex Sheep

Valais Blacknose Champion & Reserve Champion €100 Product Voucher, Reserve €50 product voucher

Milford Champion & Reserve Champion €

Sheep Interbreed Championship

All champions and reserves are eligible to enter.

Sponsored by Strabane Mills

Champion €100 Product voucher & Sash Reserve €50 Product voucher & Rosette

PET LAMB SECTION (must be sucking a bottle)

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Male Pet Lamb

291 Best Female Pet Lamb

SHEEP YOUNG HANDLER SECTION

292 Young Handler: Open to boys and girls from 5 to 1 1 years of age on the day of the show, Judged on style and appearance. Rosettes shall be awarded to all Exhibitors

293 Young Handler: Open to boys and girls from 12 to 1 6 years of age on the day of the show, Judged on style and appearance. Rosettes shall be awarded to all Exhibitors

GOAT SECTION

5

5

€10, €5 Free

15, €10, €5 Free

294 Best Milking Goat (Pedigree) €25, €15, €10 €5

295 Best Goatling: Female (Pedigree) €25, €15, €10 €5

296 Best Kid: Female (Pedigree) €25, €15, €10 €5

297 Best Milking Goat (Non Pedigree) – Sponsored by Whitehouse Vets €25, €15, €5

Best Goatling: Female (Non Pedigree)

Best kid: female (Non Pedigree)

Best kid: Male (Non Pedigree or Pedigree)

Best Rare Breed Goat any age (Golden Guensey, Bagot, Old Irish, Angora or Boar)

Best Pygmy goat (any age)

Best pet/farm/rescued goat (any age) – females & wethers - – Sponsored by Whitehouse Vets

GOAT CHAMPION & RESERVE

€50 Product Voucher & Rosette

GOAT YOUNG HANDLER SECTION

303 Young Handler: Open to boys and girls under 12 years of age on the day of the show, Judged on style and appearance. Rosettes shall be awarded to all Exhibitors

Pet Section

(Please leave entrys to the poultry tent on the morning of the show)

Poultry Section

DOMESTIC SECTION (MARQUE)

ALL EXHIBITS TO BE IN MARQUE FOR 10.30AM SHARP JUDGING COMMENCES AT 11AM

Entries are accepted on the understanding that all exhibits must remain on view to spectators until 4.00 p.m.

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6 Selection of Traybakes

Afternoon Tea Tray (Presentation will be taken into consideration)

• 2 savoury items

• 2 sweet items

• 1 6inch cake

€50 voucher for the person with the most points from Class 301 to Class 330; 2nd €30 voucher

3rd €20 voucher

CHILDRENS SECTION – Under 13 years (Unless Stated)

CHILDRENS BAKING SECTION – (8 & under)

SCHOOLS SECTION

Entry’s can be left in the home industry tent on the morning of the show. If you need school entries to be collected prior to the show please contact – 0860300532 to arrange pickup!

Please ensure Artwork is no bigger than A4 and clearly labelled with name, age, school and class number!

Children are encouraged to use a range of art mediums and pictures can be 3D.

DOGS SECTION (RING 9)

CLASSES COMMENCE AT 2.00PM SHARP

Entries taken on show day in the field - Entry Fee €5 (Single Class) or €10 (Any 3 Classes)

• DOGS MUST BE FULLY UNDER THE CONTROL OF THEIR OWNER AT ALL TIMES.

• DOGS MUST BE ON A SECURE LEAD AT ALL TIMES.

• ANY DOG THAT BECOMES AGGRESSIVE OR THREATENING TOWARDS ANOTHER PERSON OR ANIMAL WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFIED & ASKED TO LEAVE THE SHOW RING.

All exhibitors Under 12 years old will receive Rosettes.

OVERALL DOG CHAMPION

Open to 1st & 2nd prize winners in all dog classes Champion €50 voucher Reserve €20 voucher

Irish Shows Association and Bonniconlon Show Present: The Dog Safe Fence Connaught Championship (Open to all Breeds) Sponsored by Tony Keane, Ballina Kennels, Co. Mayo. Prize Fund : €1000 Rules and conditions: This competition is open to any breed of dog. 2 dogs to qualify from each show. Entries in this championship may compete in any other dog class at Bonniconlon Show. All dogs must enter ring without rosette. These rules should be read in conjunction with the Irish Shows Association rules. Entry Fee: To Qualifying show € 3.00 To Final € 6.00. Prize fund: 1st Dog safe fence valued €300. 2nd Voucher to the value of €200 for Ballina Boarding Kennels 3rd Trio Bloom Dog Food to the value of €100 15kg of Trio Bloom Dog Food will be presented to each finalist. Final: Bonniconlon Show Monday 1st August 2022

Finn Valley Show Presents:

FAST & FURIOUS DONKEY DERBY

To be held at approx 4pm

All Donkeys to be broken, in good condition and will be inspected prior to racing. (i.e. hooves must be trimmed) Under no circumstances will the use of any whip / crop / spurs be permitted. Automatic disqualification for breach of these rules. All Riders to wear helmets, failure to do so will be at own risk.

Entry Fee €5 per donkey per class - No more than One Red Rossette per donkey

Entries on the DAY:

Class 1: Best Male Rider Race

Class 2: Best Female Rider Race

Class 3: Relay Race

Champion Donkey

1st and 2nd winners are egible to compete, Champion €100 and Reserve €50

Prizes

1st €30, 2nd €20

1st €30, 2nd €20

1st €30, 2nd €20

Finn Valley Show Presents: Competition

Assembling from 9am, Judging Commences at 11pm Sharp

Entries taken on show day in the field - Entry Fee €5/Class (Prize Fund: €100/Class)

• Class 1: Best Vintage Tractor (25 years and older)

• Class 2: Best Tractor <90H.P.

• Class 3: Best Tractor >90H.P.

• Class 4: Best Pair

Saturday 17th June 2023, Russell Bros. Farm, Kilcadden, Killygordon, Co. Donegal