Imprtant cattle sponsorship deal announced by ABP for 200th IVERKSHOW event
A prize fund of €37,700 has been confirmed for ABP Ireland's Beef Bulls of the Future Championships at 2026 Iverk Show.
The Iverk Show, which is marking its 200th anniversary this year, will take place at Piltown, Co. Kilkenny on August 22.
Building on the success of the inaugural Beef Bulls of the Future Championships in 2025, this year's programme will feature both bull and heifer categories.
ABP said this reflects the growing importance of genetic merit and breeding quality within the Irish beef sector.
ABP
Alongside the established bull categories, ABP has introduced an expanded range of heifer classes this year.
€7,000 has been allocated to the heifer championships "to reflect the growing importance of female genetics in herd development".
The competition will once again be delivered in partnership with Certified Angus, Irish Hereford Prime and Iverk Show.
ABP said it expects around 120 bulls and 80 heifers, representing up to 10 pedigree beef breeds from across Ireland, to compete at the 2026 championships.
The event now ranks among the largest prize funds for a pedigree beef competition anywhere in Europe.
Championships
Stephen Connolly, agri-sustainability manager with ABP Ireland, said the company is delighted to continue its partnership with the Iverk Show and to support pedigree breeders.
"Our research clearly demonstrates the significant benefits that improved genetics can deliver in terms of farm efficiency, animal performance, and environmental sustainability.
"Through initiatives such as the ABP Bull Improvement Programme, we remain committed to helping farmers access superior sires that provide long term value for their farms and for the wider beef sector," he said.
The 2025 championship saw 108 bulls exhibited across eight beef breed.
Supreme Champion was awarded to Tara Jubilee Eric A073, a September-born Angus exhibited by well-known pedigree breeder Malachy Tighe from Co. Meath.
The Reserve Champion title went to Gurteragh Superstar 1156 PH, an August-born Hereford exhibited by Michael O’Keeffe, Co. Cork.
AGM prepares for 200th Anniversary
A Great Turnout for our IVERKSHOW A.G.M. Last evening!
Mooncoin GAA Chairman Eddie Quilty welcomed all to their very busy sports facility .
Iverk show chairman John Flynn and his Commitee was re-elected for this our 200th year since the first show in 1826.
A special programme of events is planned for this year, and our new LOGO was launched to include our own Rosette.
Special achievements awards were presented to outgoing Admin Secretary Mary Kenny who welcomed Sinead to her new role. Mary and others led a big transition to online booking and payments in recent years at www.iverkshow.ie.
Mary is shown here with show secretary Jill Dowley, Chair John Flynn and president Wattie Walsh. .
Also awarded was long-time Cattle chief steward Tom o'neill for great service and huge success of ABP bull of the future event.
IVERK SHOW 2025 announced for Saturday Aug. 23rd
Saturday August 23rd is set to be one of the big days as thousands turn out to showcase all that is best in the southeast.
Many of our regular exhibitors are now preparing their best animals, plants, produce, and fashion for display at this exemplary community meeting.
Almost 400 trade stands and displays ensure there is something new for everyone.
Way back at our first show in 1826, the leaders of the time realized the value of getting folk out to show the harvest of our beautiful island and the incentive of competing to be the best. In recent years, family-friendly fun is a big attraction and a great day for all ages