FORTHCOMING EVENTS
The Gloucester Cattle Society will have a display at the following events.
Festival of Native and Traditional breeds
Sat 30th August 2008
More than 80 native and traditional breeds will be on show and paraded in the arena at Brinkworth House Nr Cirencester.
For details www.RBSTfestival.co.uk
Ludlow Food Festival
12th, 13th, 14th September 2008
The Society will have a stand at this event within the Slow Food Marquee.
There will be a taste workshop on Sunday 14th with Gloucester beef. Whether you are a serious foodie or someone who just appreciates good food and drink, there's more than enough at our festival to ensure that you, and your friends and family, will have a great time. There's a wonderful festival atmosphere - and you'll certainly be able to taste the difference.
For details www.foodfestival.co.uk
The Dairy Event and Livestock Show - Native Breeds Exhibition
17th &18th September 2008
Building on the success of previous Dairy Events, the RABDF has introduced a series of exciting new exhibitions in association with the NBA, NSA, BGS and RBST. This is designed to widen the appeal of the event to beef, sheep, goat and native breed producers whilst still retaining the existing attractions for Britain's leading dairy farmers.
Stoneleigh Park Warks.
For details www.dairyevent.co.uk
If you are able to attend any of these events do come to the stand and talk to the members.
Traditional Breeds Show and Sale at Melton Mowbray
on Friday 12th & Sat 13th September 2008.
Breeds of Gloucester Show Results
Cow Class
1st Noent Hester
Heifer Class
1st Castiard Camilla
Bull Class
1st Fenton Montgomery
Bull under 2 years
1st Ambrosia Williamstrip
CHAMPION - Noent Hester
RESERVE CHAMPION - Fenton Montgomery
SALE RESULTS
Cows - average price £630 gns Top Price £1,365 gns
Heifers - average price £621.25 gns Top Price £1,050 gns
Bull - average price £945 gns Top Price £945 gns
Bull under 2 years - £451.50 gns Top Price £451.50 gns