page_title: Agricultural show
section_title: Events
hierarchical_section_title: Agricultural show / Events
caption_attribution_description: Summary A selection of local cheeses on display at the en:Mid-Somerset Show, an en:agricultural show held annually in en:Shepton Mallet, en:Somerset, UK. Competitions are held in livestock, handicrafts, farm produce and equestrian events. The Cheddar cheeses on display here are judged on their taste, texture and colour before prizes are awarded. Although most of the entries are cuboid, a traditional cylindrical 'en:truckle' can be seen, created in a round wooden pot. Picture taken by wurzeller on 17 Aug 2003 and released under terms of the GFDL licence. 18:04, 31 January 2006 Wurzeller 1600x1200 (787091 bytes) (A selection of local [[:en:cheeses]] on display at the [[:en:Mid-Somerset Show]], an [[:en:agricultural show]] held annually in [[:en:Shepton Mallet]], [[:en:Somerset]], [[:en:UK]]. Competitions are held in livestock, handicrafts, farm produce and equestria)
context_page_description: An agricultural show is a public event exhibiting the equipment, animals, sports and recreation associated with agriculture and animal husbandry. The largest comprise a livestock show, a trade fair, competitions, and entertainment. The work and practices of farmers, animal fanciers, cowboys, and zoologists may be displayed. The terms agricultural show and livestock show are synonymous with the North American terms county fair and state fair.
  Agricultural shows are an important part of cultural life in small country towns, and a popular event in larger towns and cities. Shows range from small events in small country towns usually lasting two days, through medium-sized events of three days, to large shows, which may run for up to two weeks and combine elements of an amusement park with those of an agricultural show. Although in many countries agriculture shows are increasingly under financial pressure, many towns or areas have a show society and in some areas, several towns and villages in the area all have an annual show. Larger shows often include live entertainment and fireworks in the main arena.
context_section_description: Since the 19th century, agricultural shows have provided local people with an opportunity to celebrate achievements and enjoy a break from day-to-day routine. With a combination of serious competition and light entertainment, annual shows acknowledged and rewarded the hard work and skill of primary producers and provided a venue for rural families to socialise. City shows also provide city people with an opportunity to engage directly with rural life and food production.
  Agriculture shows are often enlivened with competitive events, including sheaf tossing, show jumping, food competitions, and tent pegging. Demolition derbies and rodeos are popular in the US and campdrafting and wood chopping are often held in Australia.
  Studs are generally available for a fee.
caption: Cheddar cheese competition.
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