LIVESTOCK PRIZE SCHEDULE

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1 LIVESTOCK PRIZE SCHEDULE 27 & 28 JUNE 2018 DEXTER CATTLE SOCIETY NATIONAL SHOW THE HEYGATES COUNTRY FEEDS TEAM OF FIVE BLUE TEXEL SHEEP CLASSES NEW LIVESTOCK ENTRIES CLOSE 17 APRIL 2018 GOAT ENTRIES CLOSE 1 MAY 2018 CATTLE ENTRY FORM 2 DUE BY 4 JUNE 2018

2 - Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich NR5 0TT T: Livestock Co-ordinator - Holly Whitaker E: holly.whitaker@rnaa.org.uk T: Enter online at: Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England No Registered Charity

3 Timetable - Wednesday 27 June 2018 Time Cattle Rings Pig Rings Sheep Rings Goat Ring 07:00 First Inspection at 7.00am 07:30 followed by All Breeds 08:00 Dairy & Beef Sheep Breed Judging Cattle Classes 08:30 Classes Pig Breed Commence Commence Classes followed by 09:00 followed by Commence Butchers Lambs Commercial Beef followed by 09:30 Commercial Pigs 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 Dairy Interbreed 12:00 Championship Commences 12:30 13:00 13:30 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:30 Piggy Pranks Following on from 16:00 the Pig Breed Classes 16:35 Grand Ring - Heygates 17:00 Team of Five & Grand Parade 17:30 ~ All timings are approximate and RNAA reserves the right to alter and cancel any details as published above ~

4 Timetable - Thursday 28 June 2018 Time Cattle Rings Pig Rings Sheep Rings Goat Ring 07:00 First Inspection at 7.00am 07:30 followed by All Breeds 08:00 Beef Judging Interbreed followed by 08:30 Championship Supreme Goat Young Commences Championship Handlers 09:00 Cattle Young followed by Handlers Interbreed Pairs 09:30 followed by Supreme followed by Calf Classes Championship ERNSA Classes 10:00 followed by Trimmed BPA Pig of Year Championship 10:30 & BPA Young Wool Classes Pig of Year Sheep Young 11:00 Presentation Interbreed Pairs Handlers Competition Pig Young followed by 11:30 Awards Handlers Presentation followed by Competition 12:00 Piggy Pranks Awards at 12:00 p.m. 12:30 followed by Presentation 13:00 Competition 13:30 Awards 14:00 Presentation Competition 14:30 Awards 15:00 Grand Ring - Grand Ring - Grand Ring - Grand Ring - 15:30 Grand Parade Grand Parade Grand Parade Grand Parade 16:00 16:35 17:00 17:30 ~ All timings are approximate and RNAA reserves the right to alter and cancel any details as published above ~

5 The Show will be held on the Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Costessey, Norwich, NR5 0TT, 5 miles west of Norwich, just off the A47 Norwich Southern By-Pass at the A1074 junction (Longwater Interchange). Entry Fees are as stated beneath each section heading and cheques should be made payable to RNAA. : A list of convenient Hotels, B&Bs, etc. can be found on our website. Caravan Passes priced are available in the designated livestock areas but please be aware that space is very limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. there areno electric hook-ups in any of the caravan parks. In the interest of comfort and convenience for all exhibitors, the use of generators to provide power to caravans is not permitted between the hours of 10pm and 6am. These are available in St. Walstans Hall. Private Cubicles are available for. These are for one person only, in a permanent building, with a fitted bunk. Exhibitor to provide their own bedding. Doors to cubicles are to be secured by individually coded padlocks which will be provided by The RNAA. These are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. St. Walstans Hall will offer a range of hot and cold food and refreshments. A fully equipped bar will be open until late on both Tuesday and Wednesday evening.. The RNAA or any of its representatives will not be held responsible for any consequential, or other loss, injury or damage done to, or occasioned by, the supply of straw. Arrival and departure times are stated beneath section or breed headings and failure to observe the appointed times may result in elimination from classes and withdrawal of prize money. Full instructions, admission wristbands, vehicle passes etc. will be issued to all exhibitors approximately 2-3 weeks prior to the Show. The quantity of vehicle passes that each exhibitor receives will depend on the number of entries/bookings. Support vehicle passes will be supplied where multiple vehicle passes are requested. Please see tables on opposite page: 4

6 Number of Entries Wristbands Vehicle Pass(es) (inc. 1 Stockmen's pass) (inc. 1 Stockmen's pass) 6+ Limited Limited (inc.1 Stockmen's pass) Number of Entries Wristbands Vehicle Pass(es) Limited Limited Whilst it is understood that young handlers need wristbands for the duration of the show and will be provided with these if entered into young handler classes, other stock attendants beyond this must purchase extra wristbands. Valid for both days of the Show, these can be purchased at the cost of. exhibitors are asked to check that their allocation of tickets is correct on immediate receipt of their ticket pack. No duplicate tickets or passes will be issued during the Show period free of charge. The Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association reserves the right to refuse or cancel any entry, class or section it deems fit. In which case, entry fees (exclusive of any levy payments) may be returned to each exhibitor after the Show. The RNAA would like to remind you that it is your responsibility to ensure that all animals are show trained and that all your show equipment is in good condition. Exhibitors must be wearing the correct show dress required to enter the show rings. Prize monies and premiums will be paid by cheque within 5-6 weeks following the Show. Cheques can be re-issued, however an admin fee at our discretion will apply. Out of date cheques must be returned before a new cheque will be issued. See General Conditions at the front of each section and Show Regulations printed in the back of this booklet or contact Holly Whitaker, Livestock Co-ordinator on or holly.whitaker@rnaa.org.uk. 5

7 a) It is your responsibility to keep up to date with any change of policies/legislation, etc. b) Please be aware at all times that there will be pedestrians in the area. All exhibitors are responsible for the observance, by themselves, their employees and their representatives or contractors of all Health and Safety at Work regulations. c) Smoking is in any of the livestock lines and neighbouring areas. a) Sections &Classes may be amalgamated/cancelled at the discretion of Stewards or the Head Steward if insufficient animals come forward. Stewards may, if necessary, split any class, if oversubscribed, by date of birth. a) All bulls over one year old must have ring(s) properly fitted in the nose, and the exhibitors shall be held responsible for the safe control of the animal by suitable halter, nose chain, blinkers, leading poles etc. as appropriate. b) Exhibitors must provide during showing and all parades. The second handler may be at the head or the rear of the bull at the discretion of the exhibitor. a) Any exhibitor who brings electrical equipment to the Showground must ensure that it is in good order and has been inspected and tested by a competent electrician within the past 6 months, with relevant label. The use of sub-standard equipment is strictly forbidden. b) at all times whilst on the Showground and must comply with any instructions from Officials or Stewards in respect of the use of the designated cattle walkways, crossing points etc. c) For safety reasons, children under the age of thirteen (except those entered in the Young Handlers Competition), will not be allowed to lead animals or accompany exhibitors into the Grand Ring whilst the Grand Parade is taking place. d) An exhibitor, their handler or any other representative of the exhibitor or member of the general public who conducts themselves in an improper or offensive manner, to any Judge, Steward or Official appointed by the RNAA, will be reported to the Chief Executive/Show Director. They may be refused entry to the Showground and may not be allowed to compete in any class/es or competition/s that they may have entered and any money due to this exhibitor/representative of any company may be withheld. Entry into any further Shows may also be refused. 6

8 a) All exhibitors must ensure that they comply fully with The 2007 EU Welfare in Transport Regulation (EC) No. 1/2005. b) Mammals shall not be considered fit for transport if they: i) are unfit animals (see DEFRA website Annex 1 Chapter 1 of Council Regulation 1/2005). ii) iii) iv) are pregnant female animals that have reached the latest stage of gestation (within 10% of the estimated time of the gestation before birth) and for a period of one week after giving birth. are very young animals except if the journey is less than 100 km, e.g. calves of less than 10 days of age. calves of less than 14 days of age on journeys exceeding 8 hours will not be permitted. a) on the closing date for entries shall be eligible to compete for any prize unless it has sired at least three living calves, born within twelve months previous to that date. b) All cows and heifers shall be entitled to compete in the class for which they are eligible on the first day of the Show, i.e. dependent upon their calving date. c) found on, or proved to have been used on, an animal at any time whilst that animal is in the Showground, either for preventing the flow of milk or for any other improper purpose, will disqualify that animal from being awarded a Prize, and any Prize awarded prior to discovery will be forfeited. The owner of said animal may be prohibited from again entering Stock at any further show. The phrase 'artificial contrivance or device' includes blistering, bandaging or boarding of udders, setting of teats, and generally any other practice which results in the animal being shown other than in a natural state. either prior to, during or after judging or at any other time they so wish. d) The use of blacking, or other colouring matter, except on the feet, on cattle is prohibited. Infringement of this Regulation will render the animal in question liable to be disqualified. e) f) All cows and heifers in milk shall be milked at the appropriate times. On the judging day, the judge may require any animal to be milked in his presence, so that he may be able to form an opinion of the udder after milking. g) Exhibitors of cattle entered in classes subject to qualifying yields must ensure their cattle have achieved the appropriate standards. The RNAA may request, by random selection, the verification of qualifying yields by production of NMR certificate before prizes are paid. In any class in which a condition of entry relates to yields, the qualifying date shall be 31st March in the year of the Show unless the Breed Society's regulations state otherwise. CATTLE 7

9 a) The closing date of entries is. All entries in All stock handlers will be expected to wear the correct dress whilst showing their animals in any of the show rings b) An exhibitor wishing to enter an animal in joint ownership may do so, provided the animal is registered in the names of the joint owners, and each person's name must appear on the registration certificate, otherwise the animal will be rejected. and registration certificates updated by the Breed Society and in the possession of the exhibitor on arrival at the Showground. c) Every animal entered for competition must be entered or accepted for entry in the Herd Book of its breed in this country, unless otherwise specified in the special conditions for each section. d) e) Late receipt of details may result in cancellation of entries and no refund would be due. f) Exhibitors will be required to complete and display above each cattle standing, a card giving details of the animal. Pedigree information will not be printed in the catalogue. g) The Showground Holding Number is. This information will be required for completion of cattle passports for any cattle born after 1 July a) This allocation is to accommodate the judging ring plan and any particular requests received from exhibitors to allow for multiple breed entries, sharing of equipment, labour etc. All animals in one breed and one ownership will stand together so far as disease restrictions and space permit. b) Any exhibitor who moves standings without permission may be asked to remove their cattle from the showground and will not be refunded any entry fee/s or other money due to them. a) Straw will be provided in each standing before arrival, additional straw will be available. a) 8

10 a) Cows or Heifers which show any signs of calving or aborting, or which have any signs of abnormal discharge, will be placed into isolation and returned to the herd of origin as soon as practicable. Where an animal calves prematurely or aborts, the Divisional Veterinary Office must be informed immediately. b) Cattle entries will only be accepted from herds which are Fully Accredited within the Brucellosis schemes, and not subject to any restrictions imposed under The Tuberculosis Order 1964 (as amended) and The Brucellosis (England & Wales) Order 1981 as amended. In addition the entered animals must not themselves be under individual restrictions. a) A vacuum line will be provided at the Milk Depot. Exhibitors must provide their own bucket units. b) The Association is committed to meeting the terms of 'Welfare of the Dairy Cow' Code of Practice. Antibiotics and other inhibiting substances are banned at the Royal Norfolk Show unless they are administered under the supervision of the Show's Veterinary Officer. Any person milking animals with open cuts on hands or arms must keep these covered with a waterproof dressing. All involved must bring and wear clean washable overalls. c) a) All classes will have rosettes provided 1st to 5th or as stated in breed section details. b) Prize money will be paid as printed under each breed section. CATTLE 9

11 Holstein Ayrshire Jersey Any Other Dairy Breed : - South Yorkshire Time to be confirmed prior to show. (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of Holstein UK and every animal must be registered in the Herd Book proper of Holstein UK, or Classes B or C of their Supplementary Register. iii) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born in 2017 and not in calf. in calf. in milk. in milk,having had two calves. in milk, having had three calves. in milk, having had four or more calves. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 10

12 , presented by the late Mr H C Martineau for the Best Holstein Cow or Heifer. Holstein UK offers a Championship and Reserve Championship Rosette to the exhibitor of the Champion and Reserve Champion and a Championship Rosette for the Best animal bred by the exhibitor. and Junior Champion Rosette presented by Holstein UK for the Best Holstein Heifer, in milk or in calf. Awards for the Best Udder in each class and the Holstein UK Society Rosette for the Best Udder of the Show. and, presented by the late Mr W C Paterson, for the Best Holstein Cow or Heifer owned and bred by a Norfolk exhibitor. Cows, entered in above classes, that have produced 50 tonnes of milk (as defined by Holstein UK). in milk or in calf, entered in above classes, progeny of a bull proven and resident in the UK. presented by the late Mr William Wright., Two Female descendants of one Cow, or a Cow and one Female descendant, entered in above classes., presented by Mr G A Paterson, for the Best Female Family Group. in milk or in calf, by the same sire, entered in above classes. The Group need not be in one ownership., owned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. will be awarded. for the Best Group bred and exhibited by a member of that branch. CATTLE Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 11

13 : - North Yorkshire Time to be confirmed prior to show. (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Ayrshire Cattle Society. iii) Animals entered must be registered in the Ayrshire Cattle Society Herd Book and be at least 51% Ayrshire blood. If Black and White in colour, animals must be registered in the Herd Book's Full Pedigree Ayrshire section and be 100% Ayrshire blood. Percentages are shown on all registration certificates. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. If there are insufficient numbers the section may be amalgamated. Exhibitors will be notified in advance of the Show if sections will be amalgamated. born in 2017 and not in calf. in calf. in milk. in milk, having had two calves. in milk, having had three calves. in milk, having had four or more calves. will be presented to the owner of the Best Ayrshire Cow or Heifer. for the best heifer in calf or in milk with first calf, bred by exhibitor will also be presented. for the Best Animal in the Ayrshire Classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk., owned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. will be awarded. will also be presented. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 12

14 : - Lancashire Time to be confirmed prior to Show CATTLE (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of The Jersey Cattle Society. iii) Entry is restricted to animals registered in the Herd Book or Supplementary Register of UK Jerseys. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born in 2017 and not in calf. in calf, to be up to 2 years and 6 months old at the time of calving. in milk, having calved her first calf at the age of 2 years and 6 months or under. in milk, with second calf under the age of 4 years old. in milk, with third calf. in milk with fourth or subsequent calf. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 13

15 ., presented by the late Lord Blyth of Blythwood, for the Best Jersey. to the best Cow or Heifer, registered in the Herd Book and bred by an exhibitor who is a current member of UK Jerseys. presented by Mr & Mrs G P Chamen, for the Best Jersey Cow or Heifer, bred by exhibitor and owned by a member of the East Anglian Jersey Cattle Club. in milk or in calf, which has produced either 30,000kg milk at 5% butter fat or more, in 6 lactations, or less, of 305 days; or 15,000kg of milk at 5% butter fat or more, in the first three 305 day lactations completed between 1st April 2016 and 31st May presented by the late Mr. H J M Baker. bred by the exhibitor, by the same sire or out of the same dam. presented by the late Lord and Lady Walpole. for the Best Animal in the Jersey Classes bred and exhibited by a Breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk., owned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. will be awarded. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 14

16 : - North Yorkshire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. CATTLE 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) All entries must be registered with the appropriate Breed Society. British Friesians must be at least 87.5% pure. iii) Dairy Shorthorn exhibitors must be members of the Shorthorn Society of UK & Ireland. All cattle must be registered in Coates's Herd Book, be of Shorthorn colour and contain a minimum of 25% Shorthorn Blood. iii) A team consisting of the Best Breed Pair and Group of any breed represented in this section to enter the Supreme Interbreed Championship Classes. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. If there are insufficient numbers the section may be amalgamated. Exhibitors will be notified in advance of the Show if sections will be amalgamated. born in 2017 and not in calf. in calf. in milk in milk, having had two calves. in milk, having had three calves. in milk, having had four or more calves. for the Best Any Other Dairy Breed Cow or Heifer. for the Best Animal in the AODB classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk., owned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. will be awarded. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 15

17 - Norfolk 11.30am Only the winners of the Female Championship of the Holstein, Jersey, Ayrshire and representatives from each breed in the Any Other Dairy Breed Sections are entitled to compete., selected by the Breed Judges for each breed in the Dairy Cattle section. The Team will be chosen from each breed by the breed judge.will be awarded to the owners of each animal in the winning team. presented by Messrs Gavin & John Paterson & Open to the First Prize Group from each Breed Class - S56, S59, S64, S66. If necessary, money will be awarded between separate owners. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 16

18 Aberdeen Angus Beef Shorthorn Belted Galloway British White Dexter Hereford Highland Lincoln Red Longhorn Red Poll South Devon Sussex Any Other Native Beef Breed British Blue British Charolais British Limousin British Simmental Any Other Continental Beef Breed Commercial Beef CATTLE Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 17

19 : Northamptonshire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society. iii) All entries must be registered with the Breed Society. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot, born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best Aberdeen Angus Cow or Heifer. for the Best Aberdeen Angus Bull. will begiven by the Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society. presented by Messrs. Bovril Ltd. for the Best Aberdeen Angus of either sex. for the Best Animal in the Aberdeen Angus classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 18

20 : - West Yorkshire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. CATTLE 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Beef Shorthorn Cattle Society. iii) All animals must be registered with the Beef shorthorn Cattle Society. Grading register animals are not eligible to be shown. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot, born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best Cow or Heifer. for the Best Bull. for the Best Beef Shorthorn. Beef Shorthorn Cattle Society Champion and Reserve Champion Rosettes will also be presented. for the Best Animal in the Beef Shorthorn classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 19

21 : Worcestershire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Belted Galloway Cattle Society. iii) All entries must be registered with the Breed Society. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required., born on or after 1st January 2017., born on or between 1st January and 31st December 2016., in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January 2016., born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship)., born prior to 1st January for the Best Belted Galloway Cow or Heifer. for the Best Belted Galloway Bull.. presented in memory of late Beltie Breeder Christine Osborne for the Champion Belted Galloway of either sex. for the Best Animal in the Belted Galloway classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the Best group owned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 20

22 : - Wales Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. CATTLE 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the British White Cattle Society. iii) Pedigree and graded up 'C' and 'D' animals are eligible for the Cow and Heifer classes. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best British White Cow or Heifer. for the Best British White Bull. together with, presented by MSD Agvet for the Best British White of either sex. presented in the memory of Mr John Cator for the Best British White of opposite sex to the Breed Champion. for the Best Animal in the British White classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 21

23 : Cumbria Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Dexter Cattle Society. ii) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. under 12 months old. aged between 12 and 24 months on day of Show. over 24 months on day of Show. in milk. dry, carrying second calf. in milk. dry. between 12 and 24 months on day of Show. over 24 months on day of Show. over 12 months and owned by one exhibitor and entered in the classes above for which they are eligible. owned by one exhibitor and entered in the classes above for which they are eligible. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 22

24 for the Best Dexter Cow or Heifer. for the Best Dexter Bull. & Rosette and for the Best Dexter of either sex. will also be given to the Champion. for the Best Dexter Cow or Heifer Pair. presented by the East Anglian Dexter Group for the Best Heifer bred by an East Anglian Dexter Group Member. for the best animal in the Dexter classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. CATTLE for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. 1st 10, 2nd 6, 3rd 4, 4th 2 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th up to 12 years on day of Show. The winner will receive the at the Dexter National AGM in October. aged between 13 years and 18 years on day of Show. The winner will receive the at the Dexter National AGM in October. aged between 19 years and 26 years on day of Show. The winner will receive the at the Dexter National AGM in October. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 23

25 : Worcestershire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Hereford Cattle Society. iii) All entries, both poll and horned, must be registered with the Hereford Cattle Society. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st April, born on or between 1st January and 31st March born on or between 1st January and 31st December born on or before 31st December born between 1st January and 29th February (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born on or after 1st March (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship). born prior to 1st January Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 24

26 also an additionalis given by for the Female Champion & Rosette for Reserve Female Champion. also an additionalis given by for the Male Champion & Rosette for Reserve Male Champion. will also be presented. and the for the Overall Champion Hereford. old on day of show, bred and exhibited by a member of the Midlands & East Anglia Hereford Breeders Association. will be given by Midlands & East Anglia Hereford Breeders Association., by the same sire or out of the same dam. for the Best Animal in the Hereford classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. CATTLE Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 25

27 Scotland : Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th. will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Highland Cattle Society. iii) All entries must be registered with the Highland Cattle Society. iv) Females entered in the appendix register of our Herd Book, either Appendix B or Appendix A, are eligible for entry and are identified by the letter 'B' or 'A' tattooed in the ear or written in waterproof ink on an ear tag. v) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required., born in 2015., born in 2016., born in 2017., in calf or in milk, born before 1st January 2015., at foot., born after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 26

28 for the Best Highland Cow or Heifer. for the Best Highland Bull. CATTLE. will be presented to the Best Highland of either sex. for the Best Animal in the Highland classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 27

29 : Scotland Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Lincoln Red Cattle Society. iii) All entries must be registered in the Lincoln Red Cattle Society's Herd Book. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 28

30 for the Best Lincoln Red Cow or Heifer. CATTLE for the Best Lincoln Red Bull. for the Junior Champion Lincoln Red of either sex. Only the winners of classes 329 and 332 are eligible. presented this year by a member of the Clough Family & for the Supreme Champion Lincoln Red of either sex. for the Best Animal in the Lincoln Red classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the Best Group of Three, by the same sire or out of the same dam. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 29

31 : Shropshire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Longhorn Cattle Society. iii) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born in in milk or in calf, born before 1st January 2016., at foot. born after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best Longhorn Cow or Heifer. for the Best Longhorn Bull. presented by the Marquess of Cholmondeley and the for the Best Longhorn of either sex. for the Best Junior Bull and the Best Junior Heifer. for the Best Animal in the Longhorn Classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 30

32 : - Oxfordshire (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. CATTLE 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Red Poll Cattle Society. iii) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born between 1st January and 31st December in calf or with calf at foot. in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best Red Poll Cow or Heifer. for the Best Red Poll Bull.. presented by the Red Poll Cattle Society for the Best Red Poll of either Sex. presented by the Red Poll Cattle Society will also be awarded to the Breed Champion. for the Best Animal in the Red Poll Classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 31

33 : Devon Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the South Devon Cattle Society. iii) All entries must be registered in the full pedigree section of the Herd Book maintained by the South Devon Herd Book Society. Points will be awarded by the Breed Society towards the Coronation trophy, Bull, Female and Junior Bull of the Year Trophies. Points will be as follows: Breed Champion 2 points, Reserve Champion 1 point, Male & Female Champion 2 points, Reserve Male and Female Champions 1 point. 1st prize 2 points, 2nd prize 1 point. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 32

34 for the Best South Devon Cow or Heifer. CATTLE for the Best South Devon Bull..and the Championship Sash. for the Best Animal in the South Devon classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 33

35 : - East Sussex Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the Sussex Cattle Society. iii) All entries must be entered or accepted for entry in the Herd Book or in the Breed Development Scheme 1980 Register Grade C of the Sussex Cattle Society. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January in calf, born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best Sussex Cow or Heifer. for the Best Sussex Bull. and thefor the Champion Sussex of either sex. for the Best Animal in the Sussex classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 34

36 CATTLE : Shropshire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) All entries must be registered with their appropriate Breed Society. iii) A team consisting of the Best Breed Pair and Group of any breed represented in this section is to enter the Supreme Interbreed Championship Classes. iv) These classes may be amalgamated where there are less than two exhibitors or four entries forward v) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Native Junior Bull Championship.) born before 1st January Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 35

37 for the Best Cow or Heifer. for the Best Bull. for the Best Any Other Native Beef Breed Animal of either sex. for the Best animal in the Any Other Native or Rare Beef Breed classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. for the Best Rare Breed Animal, exhibited in the Any Other Native (including Any Other Rare Breed) classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 36

38 CATTLE : Cornwall Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the British Blue Cattle Society. iii) All entries must be entered in the full Pedigree Herd Book of the British Blue Cattle Society. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Continental Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best British Blue Cow or Heifer. for the Best British Blue Bull. and the for the Best British Blue of either sex. for the Best Animal in the British Blue classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 37

39 : West Sussex Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the British Charolais Cattle Society. iii) All exhibits must be entered in the main or supplementary books of the British Charolais Cattle Society. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. v) The Anglia Region of The British Charolais Cattle Society will give 20 for every pedigree Charolais forward. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Continental Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best British Charolais Cow or Heifer. for the Best British Charolais Bull. and the for the Best British Charolais of either sex. for the Best Animal in the British Charolais classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 38

40 : - Lincolnshire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. CATTLE 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the British Limousin Cattle Society Ltd. iii) All entries must be registered in the Herd Book of the British Limousin Cattle Society Ltd. iv) These classes will form part of the East Midlands Limousin Breeders' Club competition. Club members will be awarded points for the judged placings at this Show. v) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in calf. in milk or in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Continental Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best Limousin Cow or Heifer. for the Best Limousin Bull. and the for the Best Limousin of either sex. for the Best Animal in the British Limousin classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 39

41 : - Hertfordshire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the British Simmental Cattle Society. iii) All entries must be registered in the Pedigree Herd Book of the British Simmental Cattle Society Ltd. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st April born on or between 1st January and 31st March born on or between 1st April and 31st December born on or between 1st January and 31st March in milk, in calf, or with calf at foot born between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf, or with calf at foot born prior to born on or after 1st April (Winner of this class will qualify for Continental Junior Bull Championship.) born on or between 1st January and 31st March (Winner of this class will qualify for Continental Junior Bull Championship.) born in or prior to Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 40

42 for the Best British Simmental Cow or Heifer. for the Best British Simmental Bull. andpresented by Tony and Phillida Hurn for the Champion Junior Beast of either Sex. presented by Norfolk Liquid Feeds, the and Pair of Goblets presented by the for the Best British Simmental of either sex. CATTLE for the Best Animal in the British Simmental classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best group owned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. presented by the family in memory of John Key will also be presented. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 41

43 : West Sussex Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) All entries must be registered with their appropriate Breed Society. iii) A team consisting of the Best Breed Pair and Group of any breed represented in this section is to enter the Supreme Interbreed Championship Classes. iv) Any Other Continental Beef classes may be amalgamated where there are less than 2 exhibitors or 4 entries forward. v) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. born on or after 1st January born on or between 1st January and 31st December in milk, in calf or with calf at foot born before 1st January born on or after 1st January (Winner of this class will qualify for Continental Junior Bull Championship.) born prior to 1st January for the Best Cow or Heifer. for the Best Bull. for the Best Any Other Continental Beef Breed animal of either sex. for highest placed British Blonde from the above classes. for the Best Animal in the Any Other Continental Beef Breed classes, bred and exhibited by a breeder whose herd is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the best groupowned and bred by the exhibitor and drawn from the above classes. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 42

44 : - Herefordshire Time to be confirmed prior to Show (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. CATTLE 1st 30, 2nd 25, 3rd 20, 4th 15 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th will be awarded to each entry forward. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Cattle Section. ii) Exhibits in this section need not be registered, pedigree, or pure-bred, but the date of birth of each exhibit should be given. iii) The weight ranges of classes may be altered depending on number of animals forward. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors or 9 animals from 2 exhibitors is required. v) Commercial Beef must be shown in either a pedigree or commercial class only, NOT both. of either sex, up to 400kg, not entered in the classes below. Steer or Heifer. up to 500kg. 501kg to 560kg. 561kg to 620kg. 621kg & over. up to 480kg. 481kg to 550kg. 551kg to 600kg. 601kg and over. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 43

45 presented by Mr W R Chapman, for the best exhibit. presented by the late Mr J J Cridlan, for the Best Animal sired by an Aberdeen Angus Bull. presented by the British Blue Cattle Society for the Best Animal sired by a British Blue Bull. presented by the British Simmental Cattle Society for the Best Animal sired by a Simmental Bull. presented by the Norwich and District Master Butchers Association, for the Best Continental Exhibit. entered in classes 392 to 400, that has been bred and reared by exhibitor. presented by Eastern Counties Newspapers Ltd., for the Best Exhibit, bred in Norfolk by the exhibitor, and presented by the late Mr. James Christie for the Herdsman in charge of the winner., entered in classes 392 to 400, being the property of the same exhibitor. Best Pair will receive 50 and Reserve will receive 25. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 44

46 CATTLE : Scotland Judging will take place in the Grand Ring All entries subject to selection, see conditions below. 1st 750, 2nd 500, 3rd 350, 4th 200. Rosettes & Cards will be awarded 1st - 4th Each exhibitor will be given prior to entering the ring a Heygates Country Feeds Baseball Cap to be worn the duration of the competition. i) The Team will be selected by the Breed judge and must consist of five animals and include at least one Male and one Female. ii) The animals must be shown in the appropriate breed classes. iii) Only one team from each breed will be eligible to compete. iv) No Commercial Beef will be allowed on the team. v) Females may not enter the ring with progeny at foot during judging. To be awarded to the best Team of Five comprising of at least one Male and one Female to be selected by the breed judge. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 45

47 : Scotland 8am presented by the Norwich Building Society, and 125 ( 75 Reserve) for the Best Native Beef Cow or Heifer. Only the winners of the Female championship of the Aberdeen Angus, Beef Shorthorn, Belted Galloway, British White, Dexter, Hereford, Highland, Lincoln Red, Longhorn, Red Poll, South Devon, Sussex and representatives from each breed in the Any Other Native Beef Breed Sections are eligible to compete. presented by Mrs P J Lucas. Only the winners of qualifying Native Junior Bull Classes 284, 289, 294, 299, 319, 320, 327, 332, 338, 344, 349, 354 and 359 are eligible to compete. and 125 ( 75 Reserve) for the Best Native Beef Bull. Only the winners of Male Championship of the Aberdeen Angus, Beef Shorthorn, Belted Galloway, British White, Dexter, Hereford, Highland, Lincoln Red, Longhorn, Red Poll, South Devon, Sussex and representatives from each breed in the Any Other Native Beef Breed Sections are eligible to compete. 125 ( 75 Reserve) for the Best Continental Beef Cow or Heifer. Only the winners of the Female Championship of British Blue, British Charolais, British Limousin, British Simmental and representatives from each breed in the Any Other Continental Beef Breed Sections are eligible to compete. presented by Mrs P J Lucas. Only the winners of qualifying Continental Junior Bull Classes 364, 369, 375, 383, 384 and 389 are eligible to compete. 125 ( 75 Reserve) for the Best Continental Beef Bull. Only the winners of the Male Championship of the British Blue, British Charolais, British Limousin, British Simmental and representatives from each breed in the Any Other Continental Beef Breed Sections are eligible to compete. and 125 ( 75 Reserve) for the. Only Champions and Reserves from Junior Bull Championship Classes C138 & C141 are eligible to compete. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 46

48 presented by Mrs W R Chapman in memory of her husband for Champion Animal. Champions & Reserves from classes C137, C139, C140 and C142 are eligible to compete. presented by Mrs C Fountaine and 125 ( 75 Reserve) for the Best Pair of Breed Champions; i.e. Champion Male and Champion Female of the Aberdeen-Angus, Beef Shorthorn, Belted Galloway, British White, Dexter, Hereford, Highland, Lincoln Red, Longhorn, Red Poll, South Devon, Sussex, British Blue, British Charolais, British Limousin, British Simmental, and the Best Male and Female of any breed entered in the Any Other Beef Breed Classes. CATTLE presented by Mr. Russell Steggles for the. Open to the winning group from each of the Beef Breed Classes S71, S73, S75, S77, S80, S84, S86, S89, S92, S94, S96, S98, S100, S103, S105, S107, S109 and S111. Must be owned and bred by the exhibitor. presented by Mrs J D Broughton and 120 for the Best Team of Three Beef Cattle of one Breed, and of mixed sex. The Team will be chosen from each breed by the breed judge, but need not be owned by the same exhibitor. 40 will be awarded to the owner of each animal in the winning team. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 47

49 SouthYorkshire North Yorkshire South Yorkshire : 8am 1st 15, 2nd 10, 3rd 5 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 7th i) Handlers may exhibit in one handler class only. ii) Please note that the animal should match the size of the handler. iii) If calves are shown, they should be from one of the calf classes overleaf. Animals shown in the Beef Young Handlers Classes , if not calves, should have been shown in the Beef Breed Classes or the Commercial Beef Section of this Show. iv) All exhibitors must be able to lead, handle and control all animals. Handlers may be asked to leave the ring at the discretion of the stewards if for any reason they are deemed unsuitable. v) Normal showing attire must be worn during judging. vi) Bulls over 6 months are not allowed in this section. aged between 5 years and 12 years on 01/01/2018. aged between 13 years and 15 years on 01/01/2018. aged between 16 years and 20 years on 01/01/2018. aged between 21 years and 26 years on 01/01/2018. presented by Mrs Susan Platt for the Best Young Handler in the above classes. A special rosette will be presented for 'Honourable Mention'. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 48

50 aged between 5 years and 12 years on 01/01/2018. CATTLE aged between 13 years and 15 years on 01/01/2018. aged between 16 and 20 years on 01/01/2018. aged between 21 and 26 years on 01/01/2018. presented by Mr Roger Long for the Best Young Handler in the above classes. presented to the Highest Placed Jersey Young Handler. presented by Nick Dain Livestock Ltd for the Champion Dairy Young Handler. aged between 5 years and 9 years on day of show. aged between 10 years and 12 years on day of show. aged between 13 years and 14 years on day of show. aged between 15 years and 16 years on day of show. aged between 17 years and 18 years on day of show. aged between 19 years and 21 years on day of show. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 49

51 presented by the late Mr Ivan Cooke for the Champion Beef Young Handler. presented by The Red Poll Cattle Society for the Champion or highest placed Red Poll Handler. 50 kindly sponsored by Peter Grint will also be presented. This show is a qualifier for the, with the finals taking place at the East of England Showground on Saturday 1 December Competitors between the ages of 15 years and 21 years on the day of the qualifying show are eligible, if they are placed 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th in the appropriate class or at the judge's discretion where no suitable class is provided. There is a qualifying rosette for each competitor provided by the East of England Agricultural Society and a registration card which must be completed and returned by the competitor to the East of England Agricultural Society. Full details of the finals will be sent to all registered and qualified exhibitors by the East of England Agricultural Society. for the highest placed Young Handler with a Simmental or Simmental-Cross animal. Points will be awarded: 1st 10 points, 2nd 9 points etc and these points will be totalled for the 2018 season and prizes will be awarded on a Regional and National basis. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 50

52 : SouthYorkshire North Yorkshire South Yorkshire Following Young Handlers Classes CATTLE (inc. VAT) 1st 15, 2nd 10, 3rd 5 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 7th i) Please note that the calf should be suitable for the size of the handler. ii) All exhibitors must be able to lead, handle and control all animals. Handlers may be asked to leave the ring at the discretion of the stewards if for any reason they are deemed unsuitable. iii) Normal showing attire must be worn during judging. iv) Bulls over 6 months are not allowed in this section. v) Some of these classes could be amalgamated if insufficient entries are received. born after 1st February born 1st December 2016 and 31st January born between 1st October and 30th November born between 1st August and 30th September born between 1st June and 31st July born between 1st April and 31st May for the best Holstein calf of either sex. offers Champion Card and Rosette. A special rosette will be presented for 'Honourable Mention'. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 51

53 born after 1st March born between 1st December 2017 & 29th February born between 1st September and 30th November born between 1st May and 31st August born between 1st January and 30th April for the Best Any Other Dairy Breed Calf of either sex. Steer, Heifer or Bull up to 6 months old on day of show. - Steer, Heifer or Bull up to 6 months old on day of show. - Steer, Heifer or Bull 6 to 9 months old on day of show. Steer, Heifer or Bull 6 to 9 months old on day of show. for the Best Beef calf, Native or Continental, from the above section. - South Yorkshire - North Yorkshire Following Calf Classes i) The champion & reserve champion from class C151 & C152 are eligible for this championship. ii) All animals must be shown by the original handler. for the overall Champion Calf. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 52

54 Norfolk CATTLE Wednesday & Thursday Dairy Section Beef Section Dairy Section Beef Section Prize money will be distributed between qualifying exhibitors if necessary. Awards will be based on the cleanliness and neatness of the lines and the presentation of the stock in their standings. The neat and tidy display of pedigree, production information and prize cards above each animal will be taken into account. Advertising material must be confined to the standings allocated and must not obscure show numbers or pedigree cards. Particular attention will be paid to the tidiness of the central walkway of each line. Judging will be entirely at the Judge's discretion and will be based on more than one visit to the buildings/marquees. Presentation will be made to the stockmen on Thursday morning at approximately 11am in the cattle rings. Entries Close - Full Cattle Details due by 53

55 a) Pigs to have been registered in a published volume or accepted for entry in a forthcoming volume of the British Pig Association Herd Book. It is not sufficient for an animal to be eligible for registration. Animals registered in a Grading Register of a Herd Book are not eligible for entry in these classes. b) All notching, tattooing and ear tagging must be as BPA ruling, must be fully legible and all BPA conditions complied with. The RNAA reserves the right to withdraw any entry which does not fully comply with this and to withhold any monetary payments due for any reason. c) The ear number, registered name, Herd Book number and date of birth of each pig, must be supplied for printing in the catalogue together with the name of the breeder in cases where the exhibitor is not also the breeder. d) Exhibitors should reserve the required number of pens by stating this clearly on the entry form, along with payment of the appropriate class fees, by the entry closing date. e) Animal details may be entered/altered after this date if necessary. f) Exhibitors will be required to complete and display a card giving details of the animal above each pen. g) All pigs must be identified in accordance with current legal requirements and accompanied by correct movement documentation.. h) The identities of pigs forward will be checked against catalogue entries. i) If there are insufficient entrants in any of the separate breed sections, the particular section will be joined with one of the 'Any Other' mixed breed sections. j) a) If, for any reason, they have not been checked by the steward, all details must be confirmed by with the relevant steward. b) a) Pens will be provided in the Pig Building. All entries in one breed and one ownership will be penned closely together where possible. a) Exhibitors and stockpersons should be aware of their obligations to the safety of the public at all times whilst on the Showground and must comply with instructions from Officials and Stewards. b) An exhibitor, their handler or any other representative of the exhibitor or member of the general public who conducts themselves in an improper or offensive manner, to any Judge, Steward or Official appointed by the RNAA, will be reported to the Chief Executive/Show Director. They may be refused entry to the Showground and may not be allowed to compete in any class(es) or competition/s that they may have entered and any money due to this exhibitor/representative of any company may be withheld. Entry into any further Shows may also be refused. Entries Close 54

56 a) Aujesky's Disease Order Should an infected area be declared, exhibitors will be advised of any special licensing requirements. b) and should the state of dentition indicate that the age as stated on the entry form does not agree with the accepted standard of dentition, such pigs shall be disqualified and the circumstances reported to the Breed Society. c) All pigs must be earmarked in accordance with the rules of their respective Breed Societies. d) Boars of two years of age & over (all breeds) are to be certified as having sired at least three live litters within the twelve months preceding the first day of the Show. The pigs comprising such litters are to have been litter notified in the British Pig Association's Herd Book or proof of their birth must have been given to the Association. e) born before 1 January 2017 shall only be eligible to compete if in the six calendar months prior to the Show they have farrowed, suckled and reared to four weeks of age, a litter of pigs. f) born on or after 1st January and before 1st July in the year before the Show must within 18 months of their date of birth have farrowed, suckled and reared to four weeks of age, a litter of pigs. g) Boars aged twelve months or more at the time of show, must have their tusks cut prior arrival. h) The use of artificial colouring, whitening and/or powder on pigs, with the exception of white woodflour, as well as the removal or addition of spots by artificial means is prohibited. British Lop Middle White Tamworth Large Black British Saddleback Gloucester Old Spot Berkshire Oxford Sandy & Black Any Other Traditional Breed Large White Welsh Hampshire & Duroc Any Other Modern Breed Commercial Pigs PIGS Entries Close 55

57 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All exhibits must be the property of a paid up Member of the British Lop Pig Society. iii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iv) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. v) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. vi) The top place Male British Lop born after 1st July 2017, and top place Female British Lop will qualify for The Final of the 'Lop of the Year' Competition sponsored by Towergate Farm Insurance. The Final will be held at the Great Yorkshire Show in July Please contact The British Lop Pig Society for full details etc., born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male British Lop Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Female British Lop Pig. for the Best British Lop Pig of either sex. Entries Close 56

58 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. PIGS i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. - born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Middle White Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Middle White Pig. for the Best Middle White Pig of either sex. Entries Close 57

59 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required., born on or between 1st July and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Tamworth pig., any age., born on or between 1st July and 31st August 2017., born on or between 1st September and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Tamworth pig. for the Best Tamworth pig. Entries Close 58

60 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. PIGS i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. born on or between 1st July and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Large Black Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Large Black Pig. for the Best Large Black Pig of either sex. Entries Close 59

61 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. v) The highest placed Saddleback pig born in 2018 of either sex will be eligible to enter for the Final of the Junior Saddleback Championship at Malvern Autumn Show on 29 & 30 September If, for any reason the Judge's selection is unable to attend the Final, the reserve may go instead. born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male British Saddleback Pig. any age. - born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Female British Saddleback Pig. for the Best British Saddleback Pig of either sex. Entries Close 60

62 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. PIGS i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. born on or between 1st July and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Gloucestershire Old Spot Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Gloucestershire Old Spot Pig. for the Best Gloucestershire Old Spot Pig of either sex. Entries Close 61

63 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. v) The Champion Berkshire pig, unless already qualified at a previous show, will go forward to the 'Champion of Champions 2018' Final at the Royal County of Berkshire Show on the 15 & 16 September If the Champion has already qualified, the Reserve Champion will go forward. No pig may qualify more than once. In the event of the Reserve Champion having previously qualified the judge will be asked to nominate another pig to go forward to the final. born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Berkshire Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Berkshire Pig. for the Best Berkshire Pig of either sex. Entries Close 62

64 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th PIGS will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. v) The highest placed OSB pig exhibited by a member of the Oxford Sandy and Black Pig Society will qualify for the Champion of Champions competition to be held at Royal Berkshire Show on the 16th September 2018 at Newbury Showground. If already qualified then the second placed pig will qualify in their place. Please note that this year there have to be a minimum of three OSB pigs exhibited at the Show and two exhibitors of OSB pigs, otherwise there cannot be a qualifier. born on or between 1st July and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Oxford Sandy & Black Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Oxford Sandy & Black Pig. for the Best Oxford Sandy pig of either sex. The Oxford Sandy and Black Pig Society offers, to members only, a Best of Breed rosette for the best Oxford Sandy and Black Pig and also a Champion of Champion qualifying rosette. If the pig has already qualified then the reserve will qualify in its place. Awards at judge's discretion. Entries Close 63

65 - North Yorkshire : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Any Other Traditional Breed Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August 2017., born on or between 1st September and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Any Other Traditional Breed Pig. for the Best Any Other Traditional Breed pig of either sex. Entries Close 64

66 - Dorset : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. PIGS i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Large White Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Large White Pig. for the Best Large White Pig of either sex. Entries Close 65

67 - Dorset : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Welsh Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Welsh Pig. for the Best Welsh Pig of either sex. Entries Close 66

68 - Dorset : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. PIGS i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Hampshire or Duroc Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Hampshire or Duroc Pig. for the Best Hampshire or Duroc Pig of either sex. Entries Close 67

69 - Dorset : Classes commence at 8.30am (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward in the breed classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run, a minimum of 3 exhibitors and at least 2 entries per class is required. born on or between 1st July and 31st December born on or after 1st January for the Best Male Any Other Modern Breed Pig. any age. born on or between 1st July and 31st August born on or between 1st September and 31st December 2017., born on or after 1st January for the Best Female Any Other Modern Breed Pig. for the Best Any Other Modern Breed Pig of either sex. Entries Close 68

70 - Dorset : To follow breed classes (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. 1st 30, 2nd 24, 3rd 18, 4th 13. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) iii) Classes may be amalgamated at the discretion of the steward or any representative of the RNAA. iv) To enable this section to run a minimum of 2 entries per class is required. PIGS - Boar or Gilt - 50kg to 70kg. 50kg to 70kg. - Boar or Gilt - 71kg to 82kg. 71kg to 82 kg. - Boar or Gilt - 83kg to 95kg. 83kg to 95 kg. and, presented by Mr R S Buck, for the Best Single Commercial Pig. and presented by Midland Bank Ltd, now HSBC Bank plc, for the Best Pair of Commercial Pigs. Entries Close 69

71 Cheshire : Classes Commence at 9.30am and for the Best Modern Pig. The winner will be selected from the Best of Breed Champions from the breed sections. will be awarded subject to the owner of the winning animal being a member of the BPA. for the Best Traditional Pig. The winner will be selected from the Best of Breed Champions from the breed sections. will be awarded subject to the owner of the winning animal being a member of the BPA. andfor the Best Pig in the Pure Breed classes. (Winners of C215 & C216 are eligible to complete). and for the Best Modern Pig owned and bred by a Norfolk exhibitor. and, presented by Pauls Agriculture Ltd. for the Best Traditional Pig owned and bred by a Norfolk exhibitor. Cheshire : To follow Supreme Championship 10 Best Male Modern; 10 Best Female Modern, 10 Best Male Traditional; 10 Best Female Traditional, 25 and BPA Glass Trophy for the Best Pig. The breed section Judge will nominate a boar and a gilt from each breed represented, to compete. A Pig judged Best Male (Modern or Traditional) or Best Female (Modern or Traditional) in a qualifying round cannot compete in any subsequent round. If a Pig having qualified at an earlier show again qualifies at a later show the Judge for that breed shall select an alternative Pig of the same breed and sex from any class covering the required age group. Where a single breed has more than one class covering the required age group for either sex, so permitting more than one 1 st prize animal, the Judge must nominate one of these for the qualifying round. Where there are multi-breed classes, i.e. any other modern/any other traditional breed or a similar classification, the Judge must nominate the Best Male and Best Female of the qualifying age of each breed represented (regardless of class prizes). These Pigs will compete in the qualifying round with eligible entries from individual breed classes. All animals entered in this Competition must be the property of a member of the British Pig Association or the British Lop Society and must be registered in a herd book of The British Pig Association or the British Lop Pig Society. Entries Close 70

72 , which is to be held at the Great Yorkshire Show on 11 July 2018A travel allowance of 10p per mile will be paid by the Great Yorkshire Show to all exhibitors attending the Final. The Best Modern and Traditional Males and Best Modern and Traditional Females will qualify to compete in the Pig of the Year Final at the Great Yorkshire Show. The Final will be to judge the Best Modern Male and Female with Reserves and the Best Traditional Male and Female with Reserves; the Best Pig (Pig of Year) and Reserve. In the Final, the Male and Female Champions will each receive 60, Reserve Champions 30. Overall Champion 200 and The Geoffrey Cloke Memorial Salver, and Reserve Champion 150. Berkshire, British Lop, British Saddleback, Duroc, Gloucestershire Old Spot, Hampshire, Landrace, Large Black, Large White, Middle White, Oxford Sandy and Black, Pietrain, Tamworth and Welsh. PIGS Cheshire : To follow BPA Pig of the Year The object is to determine the best young pig born in the year of the Show as an example of their respective breeds. All animals entered in this Competition must be the property of a member of the British Pig Association and must be litter notified and registered in BPA's herd books or the herd book of the British Lop Society. To be eligible for a qualifying round a pig (male or female) must be born on or after 1st January of the year of the Show. A pig judged Best Young Male or Best Young Female in a qualifying round cannot compete in any subsequent round. If a pig having qualified at an earlier show again qualifies at a later show the judge for that breed shall select an alternative pig of the same breed and sex from any class covering the required age group. Where a single breed has more than once class covering the required age group for either sex, so permitting more than one 1st prize animal, the judge must nominate one of these for the qualifying round. Where there are multi-breed classes, i.e. any other modern/any other traditional breed or a similar classification, the judge must nominate the best male and best female of the qualifying age of each breed represented (regardless of class prizes). These pigs will compete in the qualifying round with eligible entries from individual breed classes. At each qualifying round the judge will select the Best Young Male and Best Young Female. All qualifying rounds will be arranged at Agricultural Shows, leading to a Final. Prizes for each preliminary round will be a glass trophy for the best young pig of each sex. which is to be held at the Malvern Autumn Show on 29 & 30 September 2018 at the Three Counties Showground. The final will be to judge the Best Young Male and Reserve; Best Young Female & Reserve, the Best Young Pig (ie.young Pig of the Year) and Reserve. In the Final the Male & Female Champions will each receive 120, Reserve Champions 60, Overall Champion 200 and a glass trophy, reserve 150. Berkshire, British Lop, British Saddleback, Duroc, Gloucestershire Old Spot, Hampshire, Landrace, Large Black, Large White, Middle White, Oxford Sandy and Black, Pietrain, Tamworth and Welsh. Entries Close 71

73 Cheshire : To follow BPA Young Pig of the Year i) See General Conditions at the front of the Pig Section. ii) All entries must be registered with BPA. iii) Pairs entered in this class must be owned by the same exhibitor and must have already been shown in the relevant breed sections on the previous day. iv) A pair should consist of one Boar and one Gilt. which have already been shown in the relevant breed section or Any Other Breed section. which have already been shown in the relevant breed section or Any Other Breed section. for the Best Pair of Breeding Pigs and (Only the winners of classes S156 & S157 will qualify for this class). Entries Close 72

74 Cheshire : To follow Interbreed Pairs 1st 15, 2nd 10, 3rd 5 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th i) The conformation of the animal will not be taken into account. ii) iii) All pigs must be the property of an exhibitor entering the breed classes at the Show. iv) All pigs entered and exhibited v) An adult handler of the pig must accompany the young handler to and from the pig vi) building and remain at the ringside during competition. Full Show dress is expected and all entrants must be able to handle stock competently and be knowledgeable about the animal. aged 8 years and under on day of Show. PIGS aged 9-12 years on day of Show. aged years on day of Show. aged years on day of Show. presented by Peter & Gillian Mortimer for the Best Young Handler in the above section. Norfolk - Wednesday and Thursday. Prize money to be distributed between qualifying exhibitors if necessary. Awards will be based on the general neatness of the pens and on the presentation of the stock in their pens. The neat and tidy display of herd signs, prize cards etc. above exhibits will be taken into account. Advertising material must be confined to the stalls allocated and must not obscure show numbers or pedigree cards. Judging will be entirely at the Judge's discretion and will be based on more than one visit to the building. Presentation will be made to the stockmen in the Pig Ring after the Championships on Thursday morning. Entries Close 73

75 a) All sections must have a minimum of three different flocks represented or may be amalgamated with another section. Classes may also be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward if insufficient entries are forward. b) Animals must be under the same registered owner at the time of entry and Show days. c) All lambs must have been born in the year of the Show except where stated otherwise in the breed section conditions. d) The use of artificial colouring on the face, ears or legs, or the use of any means designed to deceive the judge shall be dealt with at the judge's discretion, which could lead to the animal in question being disqualified. e) f) g) It is compulsory for sheep exhibitors to enter the Grand Ring on Thursday afternoon if their stock has won Championships. Any exhibitors not adhering to this, risk not receiving prize money. h) Exhibitors should reserve the required number of pens by stating this clearly on the entry form, along with payment of the appropriate class fees, by the entry closing date. i) The identities of sheep forward will be checked against catalogue entries. a) Judging times may be subject to alteration depending on class entries. Classes commence at 8am on Wednesday dependant on ring space and breed entries. b) Should you wish to enter more than one breed of sheep, please note that it is your responsibility to supply a handler as ring timings may conflict. c) a) All Sheep should arrive to the Showground on during show week by If, for any reason, they have not been checked by the steward, all details must be confirmed by with the relevant steward. Please be aware all sheep will be ear number checked etc. and your assistance in this matter will be much appreciated. b) All sheep maydepart after c) All sheep must be identified in accordance with current legal requirements and must be accompanied by correct and current movement documentation.. a) MV Accredited and Non MV Scheme sheep will be housed in separate open sided marquees. All entries in one breed and one ownership will be accommodated in adjoining pens where possible. Entries Close 74

76 a) Entries in the Suffolk, Blue Texel, Hampshire Down, Texel, Charollais, Beltex, and AOCB sheep sections will be restricted to animals which have achieved MV Accredited status in accordance with the Sheep and Goat Health Scheme. b), and a photocopy of the current SAC Certificate of Status is forwarded with your entries as confirmation. c) The Certificate of Status, listing details of the animals being entered must accompany your animals to the Show and be handed in on arrival to the Showground, otherwise you will not be permitted to unload any sheep in the Maedi Visna accredited area. Qualifying and non-scheme sheep will not be segregated in this case. d) No segregation for Scrapie Monitored Negative Sheep is required providing all entries are (a) not pregnant, (b) have not lambed within 30 days of the Show and (c) not involved in artificial breeding procedures such as out of season lambing. All Dorset Horn and Polled Dorset sheep must be accompanied by a certificate declaring that the above conditions are complied with. a) whilst on the Showground and must comply with any instructions from Officials, Stewards or any signage. b) Any exhibitor who brings electrical equipment to the Showground must ensure that it is in good order and has been inspected and tested by a competent electrician within the past 6 months, with relevant label. The use of sub-standard equipment is strictly forbidden. c) An exhibitor, their handler or any other representative of the exhibitor or member of the general public who conducts themselves in an improper or offensive manner, to any Judge, Steward or Official appointed by the RNAA, will be reported to the Chief Executive/Show Director. They may be refused entry to the Showground and may not be allowed to compete in any class(es) or competition/s that they may have entered and any money due to this exhibitor/representative of any company may be withheld. Entry into any further Shows may also be refused. a) The Welfare of Livestock (Prohibited Operations) Regulations b) Entries for the Royal Norfolk Show are liable to be inspected by Veterinary Officers and any which do not comply with these regulations will be disqualified with no refund. This ruling will not apply to imported animals which had been docked before import. a) Please note that it is the responsibility of each owner to ensure that all animals are fully covered by insurance and that they are fully Show trained prior to arrival at the Showground. All animals to remain penned during the Show period. SHEEP Entries Close 75

77 Suffolk Blue Texel Hampshire Down Jacob Lincoln Longwool Norfolk Horn Southdown Texel Coloured Ryeland Charollais Kerry Hill Shetland Beltex Any Other Primitive Breed Any Other British Down Breed Any Other British Longwool Breed Any Other Native Breed (incl. Hill & Heath) Any Other Continental Breed Butchers Lambs Entries Close 76

78 Scotland : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) These classes are restricted to Sheep from Flocks entered in the Suffolk Sheep Society's Flock Book. Registered Flock Numbers to be given on Entry Form. iii) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. iv) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. SHEEP, two shear or over. trimmed or untrimmed, not entered in pair class trimmed or untrimmed. Animals entered in the single ram lamb class 602 are not eligible for this class. for the Best Male exhibit. to have reared lambs in the year of the Show.. trimmed or untrimmed, not entered in pair class trimmed or untrimmed. Animals entered in the single ewe lamb class 606 are not eligible for this class. for the Best Female exhibit. from the same flock, comprising a male and two females, entered in the above classes. Entries Close 77

79 and Rosette presented by the Suffolk Sheep Society for the Best Exhibit in the Suffolk classes. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. will be presented by the Eastern Suffolk Sheep Club each year to the most successful member exhibiting Suffolk Sheep at both the Suffolk Show and the Royal Norfolk Show. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into, to be held on Thursday. Entries Close 78

80 Scotland : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) These classes are restricted to sheep only. iii) All entries must be from flocks entered in the Blue Texel Society's Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. SHEEP shearling or over. for the Best Male exhibit in the above classes. having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. for the Best Female exhibit in the above classes. from the same flock, comprising a male and two females, entered in the above classes. for the Best Exhibit in the above classes. for the Best Animal in the Blue Texel classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. Entries Close 79

81 - Scotland : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) These classes are restricted to only Sheep entered in the Hampshire Down Sheep Breeders' Association Flock Book. iii) Society showing rules and bylaws to be observed. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. shorn bare on or after 1st Jan born on or after 1st December born on or after 1st December 2017, untrimmed except for head and tail. for the Best Male exhibit. shorn bare on or after 1st Jan born on or after 1st December born on or after 1st December 2017, untrimmed except for head and tail. for the Best Female exhibit. Entries Close 80

82 for the Best Exhibit in the Hampshire Down classes. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into to be held on Thursday. SHEEP Entries Close 81

83 Staffordshire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) All entries for these classes must be from flocks. iii) These classes are to be judged under the Jacob Sheep Society Rules. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over. for the Best Male exhibit. having reared lamb/s in the year of the Show. for the Best Female exhibit. and Reserve Best of BreedRosette & Card & 25. is awarded for the Best Exhibit in the Jacob classes. presented by the Jacob Sheep Society will be awarded to the Reserve Champion. Jacob Sheep Society Championship Rosette will also be awarded. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into to be held on Thursday. Entries Close 82

84 - Warwickshire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) All entries for these classes must be from flocks. iii) All animals must be from flocks registered with Lincoln Longwool Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear, in full wool. SHEEP bare clipped. born in for the Best Male exhibit. in full wool., bare clipped. born in for the Best Female exhibit. presented by Mr & Mrs M D Coney for the Best Exhibit in the Lincoln Longwool classes. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. Entries Close 83

85 - Lincolnshire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) All entries for these classes must be from flocks. iii) All entries should be registered or eligible for registration in the Combined Flock Book of the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. iv) v) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. vi) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over. and presented by HMP Wayland, for the Best Male exhibit. any age, having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. and presented by HMP Wayland, for the Best Female exhibit. from the same flock, comprising a male and two females, entered in the above classes. Entries Close 84

86 presented by The Earl of Leicester, for the Best Exhibit in the Norfolk Horn classes. presented by the for the highest placed sheep owned and shown by a member of the Group. presented by Mrs Kerry Gibb and Mrs Suzannah Coke for the Best Group of Three sheep. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. SHEEP Entries Close 85

87 Worcestershire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) Entries can be from flocks. Entries will be segregated according to status. iii) All sheep entered must be registered in the Southdown Sheep Society Flock Book. iv) v) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. vi) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over, shorn on or after 1st February shorn on or after 1st February born in for the Best Male exhibit. having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. shorn on or after 1st February born in for the Best Female exhibit. for the Best Exhibit in the Southdown classes. from the Southdown Sheep Society will also be presented. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into to be held on Thursday. Entries Close 86

88 - Cumbria : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) These classes are restricted to sheep only. iii) All entries should be registered or eligible for registration in the Texel Sheep Breeders' Association Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over. SHEEP not entered in pair class Animals entered in the single ram lamb class 648 are not eligible for this class. for the Best Male exhibit. having reared lambs in the year of the Show. not entered in pair class 653. Animals entered in the single ewe lamb class 652 are not eligible for this class. for the Best Female exhibit. presented on behalf of the late Mr C D M Lewis. for the Best Exhibit in the Texel classes. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. Entries Close 87

89 Wales : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) These classes are restricted to sheep from flocks only. iii) All entries must be from Flocks entered in the Ryeland Flock Book Society's Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over. for the Best Male exhibit. having reared lambs in the year of the Show. for the Best Female exhibit. presented by the Ryeland Flock Book Societyfor the Best Exhibit in the above classes. for the best animal in the Coloured Ryeland classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into to be held on Thursday. Entries Close 88

90 - Leicestershire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) These classes are restricted to sheep from flocks only. iii) All entries must be the property of the exhibitor, registered in the flock book of the British Charollais Sheep Society, and shown in accordance with the Society's Rules. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over. SHEEP for Best Male exhibit. having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. not entered in the pair of ewe lambs class 666. Animals entered in the single ewe lamb class 665 are not eligible for this class. for the Best Female exhibit. Entries Close 89

91 presented by J R and S H O'Reilly, and the British Charollais Sheep Society Championship Rosette for the Best Exhibit in the Charollais classes. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into to be held on Thursday. Entries Close 90

92 Herefordshire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) Entries can be from flocks. Entries will be segregated according to status. iii) All entries must be registered in the flock book of the Kerry Hill Flock Book Society, and shown in accordance with the Society's Rules. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over. SHEEP for the Best Male exhibit. having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. not entered in the pair class Animals entered in the single ewe lamb class 672 are not eligible for this class. for the Best Female exhibit. for the Best Exhibit in the Kerry Hill classes. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into to be held on Thursday. Entries Close 91

93 Wales : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) All entries are restricted to sheep from flocks. iii) These classes are to be judged under the Shetland Sheep Society Rules. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. any age. for the Best Male exhibit in the above classes. having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. for the Best Female exhibit in the above classes. from the same flock, comprising a male and two females, entered in the above classes. for thebest Exhibit in the above classes.donated by Collison & Associates Ltd and the awarded to the Champion. The Champion and Reserve Champion will also receive a. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for members of the Society exhibiting for the first time. for the highest placed young handler, 17 yrs or under. Entries Close 92

94 - Scotland : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) These classes are restricted to Sheep. All sheep must be registered with the Beltex Sheep Society and exhibitors must be registered Beltex breeders. iii) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. iv) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. SHEEP two shear or over. for the Best Male exhibit. from the Beltex Sheep Society will also be presented., having reared lambs in the year of the Show. for the Best Female exhibit. from the Beltex Sheep Society will also be presented. for the Best Exhibit in the Southdown classes. from the Beltex Sheep Society will also be presented. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into to be held on Thursday. Entries Close 93

95 - London : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) All entries are restricted to sheep from flocks. iii) All entries must be from Flocks entered in the appropriate Breed Society's Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. any age. for the Best Male exhibit in the above classes. any age having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. for the Best Female exhibit in the above classes. from the same flock, comprising a male and two females, entered in the above classes. Entries Close 94

96 presented by Miss Bridget Pearson in memory of her father, Mr. R A Pearson, for the Best Exhibit in the above classes. to be awarded to the highest placed Castlemilk Moorit Exhibitor. presented by Mrs Kerry Gibb and Mrs Suzannah Coke, to be awarded to the Best Boreray in the above classes. for the Best Animal in the above classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. for the Best Adult Sheep of each breed entered in the above classes. SHEEP Entries Close 95

97 Chestershire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) Entries can be from flocks. Entries will be segregated according to status. iii) All entries must be from Flocks entered in the appropriate Breed Society's Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over. for the Best Male exhibit in the above classes. having reared lamb(s) in the year of the show. for the Best Female exhibit in the above classes. Entries Close 96

98 for the Best Exhibit in the above classes. present for the best Oxford Down exhibit in the above classes. will be presented to the Best Male and Female Ryelandin the above classes. for the Best Animal in the other British Down Breed classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into, to be held on Thursday. SHEEP Entries Close 97

99 Warwickshire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) Entries can be from flocks. Entries will be segregated according to status. iii) All entries must be from Flocks entered in the appropriate Breed Society's Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. two shear or over. in full wool. for the Best Male exhibit in the above classes. any age, having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. in full wool. for the Best Female exhibit in the above classes. for the Best Exhibit in the above classes. to be awarded to the highest placed Wensleydale sheep. for the Best Animal in the Other British Longwool Breed classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. Entries Close 98

100 Lincolnshire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) Entries can be from flocks. Entries will be segregated according to status. iii) All entries must be from Flocks entered in the appropriate Breed Society's Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. SHEEP two shear or over. for the best male exhibit in the above classes. any age, having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. for the Best Female exhibit in the above classes. Entries Close 99

101 for the Best Exhibit in the above classes. for the Best Animal in the Other Native Breed classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. and, for the best exhibit in classes from a breed listed on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust Watch list. Rosettes & Cards will also be presented. Primitive Breeds and any breed with its own section is not eligible. to be awarded to the highest placed Portland Exhibitor. Entries Close 100

102 Leicestershire : Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward, excluding group classes. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) These classes are restricted to only sheep from flocks. iii) All entries must be from Flocks entered in the appropriate Breed Society's Flock Book. iv) A minimum of 3 different flocks and/or a minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. v) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. SHEEP two shear or over. for the Best Male exhibit in the above classes. any age, having reared lamb(s) in the year of the Show. for the Best Female exhibit in the above classes. for the Best Exhibit in the above classes. presented by the Norfolk Sheep Club, for the Best Exhibit in the above classes. for the Best Animal in the Other Continental Breed classes, bred and shown by an exhibitor whose flock is based at premises within the County of Norfolk. The Judge will be selecting one animal from this section to qualify for entry into to be held on Thursday. Entries Close 101

103 Norfolk : This class will be pen judged. Time to be confirmed prior to show, please see schedule on stewards hut. (inc VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. : 1st 22, 2nd 16, 3rd 10, 4th 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th will be awarded to each entry forward. i) See General Conditions at the front of the Sheep Section. ii) Entries in these classes can be from flocks. Entries will be segregated according to status. iii) A minimum of 3 entries is required for each class. iv) Classes can be amalgamated at the discretion of the Steward and/or Judge. up to 40kg live weight, most suited to the retail trade. 41kg and over live weight, most suited to the retail trade. sired by a Native Ram, most suited to the retail trade. for the Best Pair of Lambs in the above classes. given by the for the Best Pair of Lambs sired by a Suffolk Ram. Entries Close 102

104 : Scotland Commencing at 8.30am for the Best Animal in the Suffolk, Blue Texel, Hampshire Down, Jacob, Lincoln Longwool, Norfolk Horn, Southdown, Texel, Coloured Ryeland, Charollais, Kerry Hill, Shetland, Beltex and Any Other Breed Sections. SHEEP Scotland : To follow Supreme Championship comprising 1 male and 1 female, being the best representation of the breed. The judge will select ONLY one pair from each breed section OR one pair from each mixed section. The money may be paid direct to the winning breed society or clubs operating in the area, if non-existent, to the appropriate Breed Society. Entries Close 103

105 -Scotland - Class Staffordshire - Class 720 : To follow Interbreed Pairs (inc VAT) : 1st 50, 2nd 40, 3rd 30, 4th 20, 5th 10 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 5th for the Best Group of Three Sheep bred by the exhibitor, from the same flock and entered in the breed classes. The Group is to be of mixed sex and to include at least one lamb, excluding primitive and rare breeds. for the Best Group of Three Rare and/or Primitive Breed Sheep, bred by the exhibitor, from the same flock and entered in the breed classes. The Group is to be of mixed sex and to include at least one lamb. This class is open to all breeds listed by The Rare Breeds Survival Trust and Shetlands. : Norfolk To follow ERNSA Competitions For the best animal nominated by the breed judge from the Suffolk, Hampshire, Jacob, Southdown, Coloured Ryeland, Charollais, Kerry Hill, Beltex, Any Other Continental and Any Other Down Breed Sections, where sheep are trimmed and which represents the art of trimming. kindly donated by Mr John Taylor. the qualifier may not necessarily be the champion or any other prize winner of the breed classes. Entries Close 104

106 Lincolnshire To follow Trimmed Championship per entry, limited to one entry per exhibitor. : 1st 15, 2nd 12, 3rd 10. Rosettes will be awarded 1st - 7th No Premium will be awarded in this section. i) ii) iii) All entries must be handled by the exhibitor or his representative. All sections will be limited to and must have been included on the original entry form, prior to entries close date. any natural breed. any breed. SHEEP any breed. any breed. any breed. any breed. for the Best Sheep in Wool from the above classes. Entries Close 105

107 : Scotland To follow Wool on the Hoof Classes 1st 15, 2nd 10, 3rd 5 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th i) Only animals previously entered and shown in the breed classes are permitted to be entered in the following classes. ii) Classes will be judged on the Handlers' dress, showmanship and knowledge of their Sheep. iii) Please note that the animal should match the size of the handler. All exhibitors must be able to lead, handle and control all animals. Handlers may be asked to leave the ring at the discretion of the stewards if for any reason they are deemed unsuitable. iv) The winner/s of the Young Handler Classes will be eligible to take part in the RBST Young Shepherd Competition See details below. aged on the day of the Show. This class does not qualify for the Final of the RBST Young Shepherd of the Year Competition aged years on the day of the Show. will be offered to the winner of this class. aged 8-12 years on the day of the Show. will be offered to the winner of this class. aged 5-7 years on the day of the Show. This class does not qualify for the Final of the RBST Young Shepherd of the Year Competition Entries Close 106

108 , presented by the late Mrs C Lewsey for the Champion Young Handler. donated by BW & DJ Glaves & Sons Ltd. The winners of the Junior Handling Classes will be eligible to take part in the RBST Young Shepherd Competition If the Class winner has already qualified the next highest placed competitor not previously qualified can go forward. The Grand Final for the RBST Young Shepherd Competition will be held at Countryside Live at the Great Yorkshire Showground on Sunday 21 October Classes for the following age groups will be judged: 8-12 years and years. The Junior Young Shepherd of the Year will win the Outlane Trophy and the Senior Young Shepherd of the Year will win the Harrison Challenge Trophy. The winners from each class will then compete for the overall Young Shepherd of the Year. The winner will receive 50 and the Championship Rosette, and the Reserve 25 and Reserve Champion Rosette. Handlers must show a rare of native breed at the final. If the handler does not have a rare or native breed the RBST will provide one. SHEEP This show is a qualifier for the, with the finals taking place at the East of England Showground on Saturday 1 December Competitors between the ages of 15 years and 21 years on the day of the qualifying show are eligible, if they are placed 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th in the appropriate class or at the judge's discretion where no suitable class is provided. There is a qualifying rosette for each competitor provided by the East of England Agricultural Society and a registration card which must be completed and returned by the competitor to the East of England Agricultural Society. Full details of the finals will be sent to all registered and qualified exhibitors by the East of England Agricultural Society. Norfolk - Wednesday and Thursday. Prize money to be distributed between qualifying exhibitors if necessary. Awards will be based on the general neatness of the pens and on the presentation of the stock in their pens. The neat and tidy display of flock signs, prize cards etc. above exhibits will be taken into account. Advertising material must be confined to the stalls allocated and must not obscure show numbers or pedigree cards. Judging will be entirely at the Judge's discretion and will be based on more than one visit to the marquees. Presentation will be made to the stockmen in the Sheep Rings after the Championships on Thursday morning. Entries Close 107

109 a) b) All exhibits must be registered with the British Goat Society as in the ownership and in the name of the exhibitor. If any goat is initially entered under RAF (registration applied for), the official registered number must be submittedto a relevant steward or the RNAA before that goat competes in any class. c) The kidding date for goats in milk should also be shown on the entry form. All goats in milk must have kidded or aborted a minimum of 30 days previous to the date of the show. d) e) Goats cannot be entered into the milking classes alone. All entrants must enter both sections. f) It is compulsory for exhibitors to participate in the Grand Ring Presentation on Thursday afternoon if their stock has won a Championship. Any exhibitors not adhering to this risk not receiving prize money. a) Entries will only be accepted from animals from herds that are whole herd negative CAE tested within the twelve months prior to the Show. Exhibitors MUST produce, on arrival at the Show, a certificate confirming the status of their herd. b) All kids entered must have a CAE Certificate confirming their dam as negative. c) d) Milk produced in the milking competition at the Show should not be fed to the goats, and will be disposed of. a) No segregation from non-scheme Goats is required, providing no entries are pregnant or have kidded or aborted in the previous 30 days. a) Goats will be housed in wooden pens in a marquee. b) Each pen will house a maximum of one adult goat, two goatlings or four kids. c) Exhibitors will be required to display a card above their pens giving details of their animals, in order to provide information to the visiting public. a) All goats must arrive to the Showground on during show week by If, for any reason, they have not been checked by the steward, all details must be confirmed by with the relevant steward. b) All goats must remain penned until,after which time they may be loaded for departure. c) All goats must be identified in accordance with current legal requirements and accompanied by correct movement documentation. Entries Close 108

110 a) For safety reasons, all handlers must be aged 12 or over to handle animals in the breed classes. b) All equipment, buckets, forage and grooming boxes to be removed from the aisles whilst the public have access to the marquee. c) whilst on the Showground and must comply with any instructions from Officials, Stewards or any signage. d) An exhibitor, their handler or any other representative of the exhibitor or member of the general public who conducts themselves in an improper or offensive manner, to any Judge, Steward or Official appointed by the RNAA, will be reported to the Chief Executive/Show Director. They may be refused entry to the Showground and may not be allowed to compete in any class/es or competition/s that they may have entered and any money due to this exhibitor/representative of any company may be withheld. Entry into any further Shows may also be refused. a) Any animal judged unworthy or of insufficient quality in Inspection Classes will not be eligible to compete in Milking Classes. b) Animal(s) below a reasonable standard will not be permitted to come forward in any of the goat classes entered at the Show. Exhibitor(s) may be requested to remove their animal(s) from the Showground and receive no refund. c) Exhibitors must enter and show at least one adult goat in inspection classes. d) All Prize winners, Best In Show and Reserve Best in Show must parade. Prize winners must be in the ring 15 minutes prior to the parade. e) a) All goats in milk shall be milked dry in the presence of the Stewards by 7pm on the day prior to the Show - Tuesday 26 June. b) Any animal judged unworthy or of insufficient quality in inspection classes will not be eligible to compete in the Milking Classes. c) All goats to be milked in the designated milking area of the marquee only. GOATS Entries Close 109

111 : Scotland First Inspection at 7.00am inc. VAT) (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. Goatlings & Females - 1st 22, 2nd 17, 3rd 13 Kids - 1st 10, 2nd 8, 3rd 5 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th, except milking classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Goat Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the British Goat Society. iii) All entries must be registered with the British Goat Society. iv) To enable each class to run, a minimum of 4 entries is required. If this is not the case, the RNAA reserves the right to amalgamate Saanen and British Saanen classes, Toggenburg and British Toggenburg classes and Golden Guernsey and British Guernsey classes. v) All handlers must be aged 12 years old or over in order to handle animals in the breed classes. VI) Exhibitors can earn qualifying points towards the having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. Entries Close 110

112 (confined to entries from Class 800). (confined to entries from Class 801). (confined to entries from Class 802). (confined to entries from Class 803). (confined to entries from Class 804). (confined to entries from Class 805). (confined to entries from Class 806). (confined to entries from Class 807). (confined to entries from Class 808). that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. awarded to the best Saanen or British Saanen, owner bred with the owner residing in Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex or Cambridgeshire. GOATS for the Best Milker. Entries Close 111

113 that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. for the Best Goatling. Entries Close 112

114 , over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. for the Best Kid. will also be presented. and for the Best Exhibit. GOATS for the Best Exhibit bred and shown by an exhibitor whose premises are within the county of Norfolk. Entries Close 113

115 : Dorset First Inspection at 7.00am (inc. VAT) (inc. VAT) Championship (C) & Special (S) Classes - NO Entry Fee unless stated. Goatlings & Females - 1st 22, 2nd 17, 3rd 13 Kids - 1st 10, 2nd 8, 3rd 5 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th, except milking classes i) See General Conditions at the front of the Goat Section. ii) This section is run in accordance with the rules of the British Goat Society. iii) All entries must be registered with the British Goat Society. iv) To enable each class to run, a minimum of 4 entries is required. If this is not the case, the RNAA reserves the right to amalgamate Saanen and British Saanen classes, Toggenburg and British Toggenburg classes and Golden Guernsey and British Guernsey classes. v) All handlers must be aged 12 years old or over in order to handle animals in the breed classes. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book breed Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. having borne a kid, any age, in milk and entered in the appropriate Herd Book. Entries Close 114

116 (confined to entries from Class 836). (confined to entries from Class 837). (confined to entries from Class 838). (confined to entries from Class 839). (confined to entries from Class 840). (confined to entries from Class 841). (confined to entries from Class 842). (confined to entries from Class 843). (confined to entries from Class 844). that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. GOATS that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. that has borne a kid. awarded for the best Saanen Goat or Goatling bred by the exhibitor. for Best Milker. Entries Close 115

117 that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. that has not borne a kid, over one but not exceeding two years, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. for the Best Goatling. Entries Close 116

118 , over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book., over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. over two months but not exceeding one year, entered in the appropriate Herd Book. for Best Kid. and for the Best Exhibit. GOATS for the Best Exhibit bred and shown by an exhibitor whose premises are within the county of Norfolk. Entries Close 117

119 : Dorset Classes to take place after the main Dairy Goat classes. 1st 10, 2nd 7, 3rd 5 Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 3rd i) Only animals previously entered and shown in the breed classes are permitted to be entered in the following classes. ii) Classes will be judged on the Handlers' dress, showmanship and knowledge of their Goats. iii) All exhibitors must be able to lead, handle and control all animals. Handlers may be asked to leave the ring at the discretion of the stewards if for any reason they are deemed unsuitable. aged 5-10 years on day of Show. aged years on day of Show. Norfolk - Wednesday and Thursday. Awards will be based on the general neatness of the pens and on the presentation of the stock in their pens. The neat and tidy display of herd signs, prize cards etc. above exhibits will be taken into account. Advertising material must be confined to the stalls allocated and must not obscure show numbers or pedigree cards. Judging will be entirely at the Judge's discretion and will be based on more than one visit to the marquees. Presentation will be made to the stockmen in the Goat Ring after the judging of all classes. Entries Close 118

120 - Norfolk - Norfolk - Suffolk - Norfolk 9.30am - Dairy & Lambs 10.30am - Beef & Pigs Competitors to report 10 minutes prior to judging. per entry per class 1st 10, 2nd 8, 3rd 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 4th. i) Norfolk Livestock Club Centres are entitled to enter members in all or any of the Classes, but not more than two members in any one Class. Centres may substitute another member for one entered but unable to compete, if notification of such substitution is made prior to commencement of judging. Each member may enter only one competition. ii). Entries must be made by the Centre Secretary, to whom further instructions for passing to the Competitors will be sent after entries have closed. iii) Competitors are to place, in correct order of merit, a group of 4 animals, judging them as commercial stock and not on breed points. A time limit of 15 minutes will apply in each Class. The award will be made on a points basis, with a maximum score of 50 points in all Classes. Points will be deducted for wrong placings. iv) The Competition will take place in two or more of the Cattle judging rings, and appropriate pens. Judging commences at followed by Competitors should report to the cattle rings STOCKJUDGING Entries Close 119

121 presented by G & J Staines for the individual winner of Class 900. presented by the late E J Steggles, for the individual winner of Class 901. presented by R W Hill (ECF) for the individual winner of Class 902., presented by BOCM Pauls Ltd, for the individual winner of Class 903. presented by the family of the late E Devereux, will be awarded to the runner up in Class 903. presented by the Norfolk Branch of the National Farmers Union will be awarded to the centre of the Norfolk Stockmens Club, the members of which gain the highest aggregate of points in all placings made by Members of the Centre. Entries Close 120

122 - Norfolk - Norfolk - Suffolk - Norfolk 9.15am - Competitors to report by 9am 1st 10, 2nd 8, 3rd 5. Rosettes & cards will be awarded 1st - 3rd i) Entry is restricted to registered members only. ii) Clubs may enter as many classes as they wish. Each competitor will receive one free admission ticket for the Royal Norfolk Show for the day of judging only. iii) Competitors to place in correct order of merit a group of 4 animals judging them as commercial stock and not on breed points and also give their reasons. iv) 10 minutes allowed for inspection and 2 minutes to give reasons. v) A maximum of 50 placing marks will be calculated in accordance with the official NFYFC scorecard. Maximum marks for reasons will be 50; accuracy of observation 25, comparison, as distinct from description 15, style and delivery 10. vi) WHITE COATS MUST BE WORN vii) The Competition will take place in two or more of the Cattle judging rings, and appropriate pens. Judging commences at Competitors should report to the cattle rings no later than STOCKJUDGING Entries Close 121

123 presented to the highest scorer of Dairy Classes 904 and 905. presented by Randolph Ford to the highest scorer of Pig Classes 910 and 911. for the most successful Norfolk Club in the Stockjudging competitions, based on total marks obtained by the Club's highest scoring Competitor in each Class presented by BOCM Pauls Ltd, for the Club gaining the highest combined score in all Stockjudging Classes. for the winner of the Norfolk Stockman of the Year. awarded to the Junior Stockman of the Year. presented by the Prudential Assurance Company Ltd, for the Best Outside Club Exhibit on the Norfolk Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs Stand. Entries Close 122

124 : - Norfolk Commencing at 10am 1st 75, 2nd 50, 3rd 30 i) ii) Once an entry has been made into a class, it cannot be moved to a different class if the exhibitor's membership status is to change after this time. This is at the Stewards' discretion iii) No exhibit shall have been entered at the Royal Norfolk Show in a previous year or have been marketed more than 12 months previous to the closing date of entries. iv) and exhibits must be available by 12 May, when the organisers have the right to inspect entries and decide upon their suitability of entry. v) Exhibits must be on the. Exhibitors are not required to remain. vi) A brief written description of the entry must accompany the entry form. A summary of the description will be displayed on the exhibit. vii) viii) Exhibits may only be removed from the Showground between. ix) x) Full Entry details and further information from Chris Thomas on or or The RNAA Office on Any new device, machine or modification of an existing machine made by a farm or individual from the county of Norfolk for their own use. will be presented in memory of the late Ernest Cozens. Any new device, machine or modification of an existing machine made by a farm or individual who is a NORMAC member from the county of Norfolk for their own use. presented in memory of the late Mr Peter Bullimore. Equipment, machinery or some other device, which may ultimately become a great asset for the Agricultural Industry. will be presented to the winning exhibit. Entries Close 123 NORMAC

125 a) It is made in a proper manner on the official and appropriate form, signed by the exhibitor or an authorised agent, and complies in every respect with these regulations and any conditions that may be specified. b) The appropriate fee(s) as specified in the Prize Schedule are paid in full by the entry closing date. No fee(s) for which a receipt has been issued by the Show Office are returnable except under Regulations 5 and 8. a) All Classes are open except where otherwise stated in the Prize Schedule. Classes and Special Prizes restricted to a Norfolk exhibitor are open only to animals owned by an exhibitor occupying land and/or premises in Norfolk, on which the animal has lived for at least three months up to the date of the Show. The same animal may be entered in more than one class where eligible. a) An animal that is individually entered in and eligible for an appropriate class in the Prize Schedule may compete without payment of further fee for any Championship or Special Prize for which it is eligible, subject to the following conditions: i) A Championship Prize, under that heading in the Prize Schedule, shall be for the Best Exhibit or the Best Male or Female of one breed or, where applicable, of more than one breed, or the Best Inter-breed Group of animals. Entry for a Championship Prize is automatic and is not required on the entry form. ii) An exhibitor winning one or more of the Association's Trophies is required to return the same in good condition on demand and not less than one month prior to the Show of the following year. a) Every exhibitor will be held responsible for the correctness of their entry. If, when called upon to prove its correctness, they fail to do so, the entry in question will not be accepted or if already accepted may be cancelled or the exhibit may be disqualified and any award to it cancelled. b) If it shall be proved to the satisfaction of the Council, whose decision shall be final, that an exhibitor or competitor has quoted an incorrect date or has attempted to obtain a prize by any other unfair means the matter shall be dealt with under Regulation 24. a) The Association may refuse any entry, or cancel any entry already accepted, without any reason for doing so and reserves the right to refuse entries from any person who is under exclusion or suspension by any Breed, Livestock or Show organisation. b) Whenever, under this Regulation, an entry is refused or cancelled, or an exhibit is refused admission or removed, the fees paid for any such exhibit may, at the discretion of the Council, be refunded and, if refunded, shall be accepted by the exhibitor or intending exhibitor in full satisfaction of all claims against the Association. a) All exhibits must be bona fide property of the owner, whose name appears in the Show catalogue on the date appointed for the reservation of standings and pens and the closing of entries, and must remain in that ownership at the date of the Show, excepting only, as may be provided for in the Rules of any breed society or similar body, by which the classes are decreed to be regulated. b) An owner shall furnish proof of his bona fide ownership if called upon to do so, and if 124

126 he/she fails to satisfy the Council he/she shall be disqualified from receiving any prize. In the event of death of an owner between the date of entry and the date of the show the executors or personal representatives of the deceased will be deemed to be the owners. a) The pedigree and date of birth of each animal must be stated, where required on the appropriate entry form, except that in the case of horses (other than foals) and sheep, the year of birth only is required and in the commercial pig classes no date of birth is required. b) In case of doubt or protest, a certificate of age issued by one of the RNAA's appointed Veterinary Inspectors may be called for, and the decision of that Inspector shall be final. Where necessary, the age of an exhibit will be calculated to the first day of the Show, and any reference to months of age shall relate to calendar months. a) The Council reserves the right to cancel any class or to amalgamate any classes. Where classes are cancelled, any entry fees paid will automatically be refunded. b) If a ring change is required competitors will be notified in their packs. Rings are allocated based on the number of equine entries and to meet the requirements of the class to ensure the best possible showing conditions. a) Exhibitors are responsible to ensure that all stock are placed and secured in the accommodation provided. The stalling of the stock will be deemed to confirm the exhibitor's approval of the adequacy and safety of the accommodation to secure the stock. b) All animals must be on the Showground before their appointed time on Tuesday before the Show, as written in individual conditions. All livestock must be in their place at 8am on the first day of the Show, unless otherwise stated in the Prize Schedule. c) Where accommodation is provided, either automatically or at the exhibitors request, stock must stand in the boxes, stalls or pens, in accordance with the number allotted and displayed. Any exhibitor found guilty, either personally or through their stock assistants, of entering or taking possession of a box, pen or stall, or of interfering with the numbers erected on boxes, stalls or pens without the written authority of the Chairman of the Show Committee, will be liable to the cancellation of all their entries at the Show, may forfeit any prize money won and be dealt with in accordance with Regulation 23. a) All livestock vehicles shall be parked in the empties parks or authorised parking positions on arrival, or immediately after unloading of stock.. b) Any exhibitor who either personally, or through anyone acting on their behalf, fails to comply with vehicle parking regulations or the directions of the stewards will be liable to the cancellation of their entries and risks forfeiting any prize money. a) Details of relevant Animal Health Regulations are contained within this Prize Schedule. In all classes, animals must be free from clinical signs of disease, injury or physical abnormality. b) Animals suffering from any form of infectious or contagious disease, including ringworm or any other form of infectious or contagious skin ailment, must not be brought to the Show. c) All exhibitors must ensure that they comply fully with The 2007 EU Welfare in Transport Regulation (EC) No. 1/2005. d) Mammals shall not be considered fit for transport if they: i) are unfit animals (see DEFRA website Annex 1 Chapter 1 of Council 125

127 ii) iii) iv) Regulation 1/2005). are pregnant female animals that have reached the latest stage of gestation (within 10% of the estimated time of the gestation before birth) and for a period of one week after giving birth. are very young animals except if the journey is less than 100 km, e.g. calves of less than 10 days of age, pigs less than 3 weeks of age and lambs of less than one week. calves of less than 14 days of age on journeys exceeding 8 hours will not be permitted. a) All livestock may be inspected by one of the RNAA's appointed Veterinary Inspectors, who are authorised to exclude any animal from the Showground or place in quarantine, if in the opinion of that official, it is affected with any complaint or disease which is likely to prove dangerous to other animals. b) The Veterinary Inspector shall give a certificate of the reason for such action to the person in charge of the animal and the exhibitor shall be liable to pay to the RNAA up to 50 for liquidated damages for each animal, if more than one. It is a condition of entry that the RNAA's Veterinary Officers may, on their own authority, give such emergency treatment as they may consider appropriate in the event that the owner or his/her representative cannot be found. Exhibitors will be liable to pay for all drugs/treatment used by the RNAA's Veterinary Officers in the treatment of their animals. a) Any artificial contrivance or device of any description found on or proved to have been on/in an animal at any time, either for preventing the flow of milk or for any other improper purpose, will disqualify that animal from being awarded a prize and the owner of the animal may be prohibited from entering stock at future events. b) The term 'improper practice' shall be held to include, setting of teats and generally any other practice which results in the animals being shown other than in a natural state, and the RNAA reserves the right to have all animals inspected by the Senior Veterinary Officer either prior to, during or after judging or at any other time whilst on the Showground. a) The Judges are instructed to withhold any Prize where the entry is not of sufficient merit, and in awarding prizes in pedigree classes, to decide according to the relative merits of the animals for breeding purposes. b) The Council reserves the right to substitute other Judges for those announced in the Prize Schedule or to make additional appointments. The RNAA seeks to ensure that all its exhibitors are judged fairly and that there is no bias or favouritism. This is only achievable if owners, producers, riders, handlers and judges consider and observe the following rules: a) An animal may not be exhibited in a class or final where the animal or its owner, producer, rider or handler has one of the following, or similar, connections with the judge: i) If the animal has been under the ownership or production of any person for whom the judge, his/her partner or business partner has provided or obtained livery or had any other connection (business or otherwise) in the 12 months prior to the Show. ii) If the animal is or has been owned, bred, produced, trained or exhibited by the judge, a relative, business partner or partner. iii) If the animal is owned or produced by a person from whom the judge has purchased animals or to whom he/she sold animals in the 12 months prior to the Show in which he/she is judging. 126

128 b) to consider any connections they may have with the judge and stand down in any class, championship or final where they and other exhibitors may consider them showing under a particular judge to be a non-professional association. a) Any person wishing to make a protest shall do so in writing, and lodge it at the RNAA's Office with a deposit of 50. If, on investigation the protest is not sustained to the satisfaction of the RNAA's Chairman of the Executive or an officer nominated to act on his behalf, the deposit may be forfeited to the funds of the Association. b) A protest must be lodged before 6pm on the day of the occurrence to which it relates. Protests concerning a prize or award must be lodged within two hours of the award being made. Out of time protests will not be considered unless a satisfactory reason for the delay can be established. a) No animal will be allowed to wear rosettes or ribbons other than those issued by the Association and awarded at the current year's Show. b) In the case of any protest, whereby any prize animal becomes disqualified, the winner of the next succeeding prize in that Class, or the animal placed reserve for any Championship or Special Prize shall take the prize that had been awarded to such disqualified animal and the lowest prize in the class shall go to the reserve number, if any. c) In all cases where prizes are offered or awarded conditionally, they may be withheld until the exhibitor shall have proved to the satisfaction of the Council that the conditions have been complied with. a) No one will be allowed in Judging Rings whilst livestock is being judged except Officials of the Association and those in charge of exhibits. People in charge of exhibits must be suitably attired and are not permitted to smoke, drink, eat or chew when in a judging ring. b) Exhibitors or their Stock attendants may not light cooking stoves on the Showground, nor create any circumstances which may result in the outbreak of fire, for which they will be held responsible. The unauthorised offer of goods for sale in the livestock lines, vehicle parks or anywhere else on the Showground is strictly forbidden, and will automatically disqualify any entries from all concerned. c) An exhibitor or his handler who is responsible for an infringement of the regulations or misconduct, or any exhibitor or member of the general public who conducts himself in an improper or offensive manner, to any Judge, Member of Council, Steward or official appointed by the Association will be reported to the Chief Executive/Show Director. He/she may be refused entry to the Showground and may not be allowed to compete in any class or competition that he/she may have entered for the show or possibly any future Shows. a) It is a condition of entry that all prize winning animals will be paraded, shown or displayed in accordance with these Regulations, the programme of events, and the instructions of the Chairman of the Executive and Stewards. a) and one person for each animal during Judging or a Parade. These individuals shall be competent in the management of the stock and conscious of the exhibitor's responsibility and liability for any accident or injury caused by the stock, and the failure to exercise adequate control. The right is reserved to order the removal of any animal deemed dangerous or out of control. 127

129 b) Those in charge of exhibits will be subject to the orders and directions of the Chairman of the Executive, Stewards and Secretary. Exhibitors and their stock attendants will be expected to act with due courtesy at all times, and if guilty of improper behaviour before a Judge or at any other time, shall be liable to disqualification of all entries and withdrawal of prizes won. c) Stock attendants must be present each day of the Show and be available at least half an hour before the time appointed for the examination, judging or parade of the animals under their charge. No person will be allowed to take any animal from its standing or pen except for the aforesaid purposes and no rug or cloth shall be hung up or allowed to remain up so as to conceal any animal during the time the Show is open to the public without special permission of the Steward of the Department. a) No livestock may be removed from its place on the Showground before the authorised time of departure stated beneath the Breed and Section headings in the Prize Schedule, without the special permission of the Chairman of the Executive or Secretary in writing. This will be given, normally only on a certificate from one of the Association Veterinary Inspectors, stating that it is desirable that the animals should be removed on veterinary grounds. Where stock is removed before the appointed time the Association reserves the right to withhold payment of Prize Money and to refuse entries for future shows. a) Admission tickets in appropriate numbers will be issued to exhibitors and their stock attendants on the Showground in charge of livestock. These tickets (which are not transferable) and for which the exhibitor will be held responsible for the proper use, will be sent to the exhibitor with instructions before the Show. a) b) Each exhibitor shall be solely responsible for any loss, injury, or damage that may be done to or arising from any livestock, article or property exhibited or brought on to the Showground. Exhibitors shall be held responsible for the behaviour of their stock attendants, the consequences of any negligence or misconduct and for any penalties imposed. c) d) The use of Trailers, Horseboxes and other vehicles as sleeping accommodation is not authorized unless vehicles are fitted for this purpose. a) All data given upon entry of all classes to the RNAA may be provided to various Breed Societies and etc for checking eligibility and publication of results. a) Any infringement of these Regulations shall be dealt with by the Council or, with the authority of that body, by its Chairman of the Executive, and may result in a fine up to 100 for each infringement. All fines, fees, and charges shall be recoverable by the Secretary, and until payment is made, persons owing them shall be prohibited from exhibiting at the Association's Shows. 128

130 b) All people, livestock and articles entering the Showground or Car Parks shall be subject to the orders, rules and regulations of the Council and of any officer appointed by them. The Stewards have power to order any livestock, article or person who does not conform to the regulations of the Association or the directions of the Stewards, to leave or to be taken from the Showground or Car Park. c) The Association reserves the right to interpret these or any other prescribed conditions and regulations and settle and determine all matters, questions, or differences connected with the Shows. The right is also reserved to postpone or abandon the Show, and relax conditions or regulations, as the Association may deem expedient. By Order of the Council, Greg Smith CB, QVRM, TD. 129

131 NOTES

132 ROYAL NORFOLK SHOW - COMPETITIONS 2018 LIVESTOCK Entries Close: Livestock: 17 April 2018, Goats: 1 May 2018 Holly Whitaker, Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association, Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, Norfolk. NR5 0TT. T: E: holly.whitaker@rnaa.org.uk EQUINE Entries Close: 17 April 2018, Showjumping: 29 May 2018 Kim Austin, Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association, Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, Norfolk. NR5 0TT. T: E: kim.austin@rnaa.org.uk SMALL LIVESTOCK (Rabbit, Cavy, Poultry and Egg sections) Entries Close: 25 May 2018 Mrs Jackie Hayes, 13 Brundish Road, Raveningham, Norfolk, NR14 6NT T: E: jparker418@btinternet.com or Holly Whitaker, Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association, Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, Norfolk. NR5 0TT. T: E: holly.whitaker@rnaa.org.uk YOUNG FARMERS STOCKJUDGING COMPETITIONS Entries Close: 4 May 2018 Details from Norfolk Young Farmers Office, Easton College, Easton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR9 5DX. T: E: norfolk.yfc@eastonotley.ac.uk STOCKMEN S STOCKJUDGING COMPETITIONS Entries Close: 11 May 2018 David Morton c/o Easton College, Easton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR9 5DX. T: E: david.morton@eastonotley.ac.uk NORMAC FARM MACHINERY COMPETITIONS Entries Close: 4 May 2018 Mr Chris Thomas, Tunbeck Farm, Wortwell, Nr. Harleston, Norfolk IP20 0HP. T: or FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW Entries Close: 6pm on 20 June 2018 Norwich & Norfolk Horticultural Society: Mrs Lesley Websdale T: E: secretary@nnhs.org.uk Trade: Ben Hope, Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association, Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR5 0TT. T: E: ben.hope@rnaa.org.uk HONEY SHOW & BEEKEEPING EXHIBITION Entries Close: 9am on Wednesday 27 June 2018 Mrs Pat Marshall, 24 Field Lane, Fakenham, NR21 9QW. T: (day), (evening) LONG SERVICE AWARDS Entries Close: 4 May 2018 Freya Carter, Royal Norfolk Agricultural Association, Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, Norfolk. NR5 0TT. T: E: freya.carter@rnaa.org.uk SAVE TIME, ENTER ONLINE