No cattle classes at Winter Fair this week

The Royal Ulster Agricultural Society has announced that there will be no cattle classes at this year’s Royal Ulster Winter Fair, in association with sole sponsor Danske Bank, taking place this Thursday, December 11.

This decision has been taken due to the ongoing risk and uncertainty regarding bluetongue in Northern Ireland.

The 39th Show will proceed at the Eikon Exhibition Centre this week with an unrivalled turnout of leading dairy industry specialists.

From service providers and technology pioneers to live demonstrations and sustainable solutions, there will be over two hundred trade stands for dairy enthusiasts to browse throughout the day.

RUAS Group Operations Director Rhonda Geary commented, "It is extremely regrettable that there will be no cattle at this year’s Show but, as widespread testing is continuing for bluetongue and due to our very close proximity to the temporary control zone, it is our priority to protect the welfare of the province’s top dairy stock.

"However, we know how important the Winter Fair is to our local agri industry and what a popular social event the Show is in the rural calendar. We look forward to welcoming everyone this Thursday who will be sure to find something of interest from our many trade stands. The Eikon and Logan Halls will be full to capacity with the latest innovations and top-quality service providers. Even without the cattle, we know this year’s Winter Fair will not disappoint."

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