Member shows
Agri-Expo acted as sponsor for 24 agricultural shows that are members of the Society. These member shows have for years been promoting the image of agriculture and Agri-Expo is proud of this year’s accomplishments. Five national, 20 provincial, two inter-provincial, 28 regional and 31 club championships took place at member shows under the Agri-Expo flag. Various youth, poultry and emerging farmer shows were also held. The feedback from breeder societies was favourable and the interest to present shows in the Western Cape showed tremendous growth. The annual general meeting of member shows took place on 20 July at Moorreesburg. During this meeting show dates were discussed as well as the challenges in this industry. Agri-Expo presents this meeting at different agricultural societies on a rotation basis with the aim for shows to get to know the different facilities and to learn from each other. Agricultural shows in the Western Cape are an integral part of the rural community and the comparison of agricultural products that takes place often contributes to an improvement in the quality of these products. Agri-Expo is proud of the way that these 24 shows promoted agriculture to the general public and thanks every volunteer that served on a committee or were part of a management team for their time and commitment towards promoting agriculture in an exciting way to the public. |
A Welsh Pony driven by one of the exhibitors at the
Villiersdorp Show |
A rare sight probably only still seen at a country show – a team
of Nguni oxen during the Porterville show |
Western Cape Yearling Poultry Show
One of the participants at this year’s Yearling Poultry Show,
William Juul |
The aim of the annual Yearling Poultry Show is to give exhibitors the opportunity to have their young birds compete against each other. In the past this was a one-day show, but the committee decided to test the concept of a two-day show. This decision was received with great excitement, especially with members who had to travel far, and exhibitors as far as Beaufort West, Prince Albert, Williston and Oudtshoorn supported the show. The 709 entries from 36 exhibitors represented 63 different breeds of chickens and ducks. Generally the judges were satisfied with the condition and quality of the poultry and the public supported the event well. In preparation of the upcoming Western Cape Championships, youth show learners completed their theoretical and practical exams and the examiners were pleased with the results. |
Western Cape Poultry Club Show
The annual Western Cape Poultry Club Show took place at Kleinplasie, Worcester, from 9 to 11 July and a total of 1 642 entries were received from 51 exhibitors. These entries represented 82 different breeds of chickens and water birds. Entries were received from as far as Ermelo and Rustenburg. The judges praised the well prepared chickens and the overall condition and quality of chickens. Agri-Expo is proud of each shower that took the trouble of competing.
Western Cape Veteran Tractor and Engine Club Show
The annual Veteran Tractor and Engine Club Show took place in Moorreesburg on 6 & 7 August. This establishment preserves the history of our agricultural activities and therefore Agri-Expo acts as main sponsor at the annual Show. This year, more than 4 000 visitors viewed close to 250 veteran tractors, 50 stationary engines, many farm implements, two working smithies, two steam machines and much more. Many new members joined during the expo, which gives an indication that the enthusiasm and awareness created by the exhibitions and programme is invaluable. Agri-Expo instituted a floating trophy for the best small club in the Western Cape as incentive for the most enthusiastic small club. This year the Villiersdorp club won the trophy.
