CATTLE SCHEDULE 2024
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR CATTLE EXHIBITORS:
PROCEDURE FOR MOVEMENT OF CATTLE INTO AND OUT OF THE SHOW
DISEASE CONTROL
- Only animals free from disease restrictions (Tuberculosis and Bluetongue - herd or individual animal restrictions), may be permitted to move to a Show.
- To minimise the risk to other livestock, exhibitors are encouraged to have Show animals tested for Tuberculosis by their Private Veterinary Practitioner in the 30 days beforehand.
- Exhibitors should bring proof of this negative TB test result to the Show.
IDENTIFICATION
All cattle must be properly identified and comply with the Cattle Identification Regulations.
GENERAL PRINCIPLES
- Cattle going to a Show must be accompanied by a fully completed MC2 document identifying the Show premises as the destination.
- Cattle moving from a Show must return to their presenting herd.
The number of Shows to which cattle may travel is not limited provided these conditions are met on all occasions.
MOVEMENTS TO OR FROM A SHOW
On arrival at the Show, the cattle must be accompanied by a fully completed MC2 document and proof of a negative result to the Brucellosis Pre-Movement Test. The top 3 copies (MC2A-White, MC2B-Yellow and MC2C-Pink) must be brought to the Show. All 3 copies will be checked by a Show Representative and stamped with the Show Stamp. The MC2A (white) will be retained by the Show Operative.
MOVEMENTS FROM A SHOW (including Show Operator’s Responsibilities)
- Where the exhibitor has their Sticker Book with them the Show will issue an MC2 endorsed with the herd number of the exhibitor and the serial number of the ‘move in’ MC2.The MC2A (White) and MC2B (Yellow) ‘move out’ copies should be stapled to the Yellow ‘move in’ copy and have a yellow confirmation sticker applied. This should then be sent to the local DARD office by the Show Operatives. The MC2C (Pink) ‘move out’ copy should be stapled to the Pink ‘move in’ copy and have the corresponding pink sticker applied. This should be given to the herd keeper for his/her own records (see Annex A).
- Where the exhibitor does not have their sticker book with them the Show will issue a ‘move out’ MC2 with ALL details completed (including animal details).The MC2A (White) copy should be sent to the local DARD office and the MC2B (Yellow) and MC2C (Pink) copies should be given to the exhibitor. The MC2B,with a yellow sticker attached, must be returned to the herd keeper’s local DARD office within 7 days (to avoid an NMN status) and the MC2C, with corresponding pink sticker attached, should be kept for his/her records (see Annex B).
PROCEDURE FOR MOVEMENT OF CATTLE FROM THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND (ROI) INTO AND OUT OF SHOWS
NB - In order to receive cattle from the ROI, the Show premises must be operating to full EU Assembly Centre Standards for cattle and be approved for this purpose. As part of these requirements ROI cattle must be kept segregated from NI cattle and must be re-exported directly from the show premises to their premises of origin in the ROI as soon as the show ends.
Cattle Imported Directly to a Show
NB - animals must be registered on APHIS before they can move into a Show.
Cattle entering a Show will be accompanied with a Passport and a Health Certificate.
The Show Operative will enter the animal(s) details onto the MC2 then send the completed MC2A (White) MC2B (Yellow) and MC2C (Pink) documents to the local DARD office.
MC2D (Blue) should be retained in MC2 book.
The Show will be issued with its own MC self written notification book.
Cattle Re-Exported Directly from a Show.
Cattle being re-exported to ROI will need to be accompanied by:
• MC2L (produced by the local DVO);
• Passport (produced by the local DVO);
• Their original Health Certification suitably endorsed by the Veterinarian responsible for
the Show.
• Non Co-Minglement Certificate which will be issued by the Veterinarian responsible for
the Show.
SAFETY -To comply with safety requirements, animals of suspect temperament must NOT be presented at this Show. Exhibitors’ attention is drawn to the Health and Safety Executive Guidance Note (GS36) regarding the safe custody and handling of Bulls at Agricultural Shows. Exhibitors should ensure that all animals are halter-trained, before being brought to the Show. It is essential that snaffles be worn during the showing of animals
IMPORTANT! All cattle, sheep and goats must be kept in the areas immediately adjacent to the area in which they are competing and out of the way of the public. No cattle, sheep or goats are to be led amongst the public. No cattle, sheep or goats to be led by children under the age of 8.
IT IS A CONDITION OF ENTRY TO THE SAINTFIELD SHOW THAT THE OWNERS AND KEEPERS OF ALL CATTLE, SHEEP & GOATS HAVE A POLICY OF INSURANCE IN EFFECT TO COVER PUBLIC LIABILITY RISKS.
WHERE INSUFFICIENT ENTRIES ARE OBTAINED APPROPRIATE CLASSES WILL BE AMALGAMATED
ENTRY FEE: For all Cattle Classes - £10
PRIZES: 1st - £25 2nd - £15 3rd - £10
(According to number of entries (see page 1 of schedule for details))
MINIMUM AGE FOR SHOWING CATTLE IS
9 YEARS AGE
