6 reasons not to miss the Royal Welsh Show
As one of the pinnacle events in the British agricultural calendar , the annual Royal Welsh Show is an actionpacked event with four-days of exciting competitions , livestock , forestry , horticulture , crafts , countryside sports , shopping , food and drink , a 12-hour programme of nonstop entertainment , attractions , displays and much more … the list goes on !
W hen and where ? 23 - 26 July 2018 at the Royal Welsh Showground in Llanelwedd , Builth
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The show is held every July at the beautiful Royal Welsh showground , nestled in the picturesque countryside of Mid- Wales .
For some it ’ s an annual pilgrimage for the whole week , for others it ’ s a day out to remember each year … but , surprisingly , there are some who have never had the ‘ Royal Welsh Experience ’. We know ! It ’ s hard to believe . So , here are just a few reasons why you should visit … 1 . Animals galore
With over 8,000 livestock entries , the animals are one of the main attractions at the show each year . Exhibitors travel from far and wide to bring their potential prize winning animals to the show with expectations of returning home with a highly sought-after Royal Welsh rosette . There will be plenty of opportunities to watch the judging and displays and to also get up close and personal with a huge variety of animals , including ; horses , cattle , sheep , goats , pigs , rabbits , chickens , pets , and even some snakes and spiders ! 2 . Noise , speed and danger
With an exciting 12-hour programme of entertainment each day , you ’ ll be kept busy all day long . The show is bigger and better than you could ever imagine with non-stop action in the main ring from the minute you arrive at the showground . Whether you are attracted to the majestic horses , the impressive livestock displays or the thrill and danger of the displays , there is something for everyone to enjoy . All the entertainment , attractions and displays are included in your ticket price , so come along and make some unforgettable memories . 3 . The Kings Troop
The big attractions in the main ring will be the incredible Kings Troop , Royal Horse Artillery - the Queen ' s ceremonial Saluting Battery of superb equestrian
www . farmingmonthly . co . uk soldiers trained to drive a team of six horses pulling the First World War ' thirteen pounder ' state saluting guns at high speeds . 4 . RAF 100 Celebrations
2018 marks 100 years of the Royal Air Force ( RAF ), the World ’ s first - and most famous - independent Air Force . At this year ’ s Royal Welsh Show we are taking the opportunity to help :
• Commemorate 100 years of extraordinary success , achievement and sacrifice
• Celebrate the professionalism and dedication of today ’ s RAF
• Inspire future generations by telling their unique story
Watch the amazing aerial displays from the RAF Falcons and RAF Hawks Parachute Display Teams . All taking time out of their busy active duties , the teams will be jumping into the main ring each day of the show .
Also see the drill and ceremonial face of the RAF Regiment , and active field squadron , the incredible RAF Queen ’ s Colour Squadron and Band play in our main ring . 5 . Free parking
Visitors can enjoy easy , quick and hassle-free parking with our superb park and ride service - just what you need after your journey to beautiful Powys . 6 . Shopping , shopping and more shopping !
You really will be able to shop until you drop with over 1,000 tradestands at this year ’ s Royal Welsh Show . There will be plenty of opportunities to treat yourself as you enjoy a stroll through our shopping avenues and marquees . From clothing to tractors , livestock equipment to jewellery , artisan gifts to furniture , plus lots more ! And don ’ t worry about having to carry it about all day … we have dedicated ‘ shopping crèches ’ where you can leave your precious purchases until you ’ re ready to go home .
So , what are you waiting for ? And the best bit … if you book your tickets online you ’ ll even get a discount ! For more details or to buy your tickets today , visit www . rwas . wales
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JFC round Water Trough Design deters Badger access
Bovine Tuberculosis ( TB ) is one of the biggest challenges facing the dairy industry in the UK today and has been for several decades .
A lot of time has been invested in research to help create solutions to assist in the prevention of the spread of TB by both JFC Agri and the TB Advisory Service ( TBAS ). JFC strive to produce innovative goods for today ’ s farmers . Following research , the JFC round water trough range consisting of four different sizes -180, 250 , 350 and 450 Gallon , has been designed with tapered edges to help limit the access to badgers .
According to Dr Andy Robertson , Scientist at Exeter University and member of the TBAS Technical board …” Badgers will drink from water troughs if they can access them . Infected badgers may shed M . bovis ( the bacteria which causes TB ) in their saliva , and research has shown that the bacteria can survive in water for up to 60 days . Water troughs are therefore a potential source of infection to cattle , and measures to reduce contamination by badgers are advised .”
All cattle need to hydrate and every farmer wants to make their water as accessible as possible to their herds . To find out more about the full range of JFC Water Troughs contact 01691 659226 to locate your nearest stockist or visit www . jfcagri . com . For more info on bovine TB visit www . tbhub . co . uk and for free advice about reducing the risk of TB in your herd contact TBAS www . tbas . org . uk .
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