FUW Brecon and Radnor take #FarmingMatters to county show

94 BREXITThe Brecon and Radnor branch of the Farmers’ Union of Wales is looking forward to highlight #FarmingMatters at this year’s Brecon County Show (Saturday, August 6).

The event is being held at The Showground, The Watton, Brecon and attracts over 10,000 people.

FUW Brecon and Radnor County Executive Officer Aled Jones, said: “We are once again excited to represent our industry and highlight why #FarmingMatters so much to our rural economy at our county show.

“We are also encouraging visitors to post their concerns, ideas and comments about the way forward for agriculture following the EU referendum result in the agricultural post box.

“It promises to be an exciting day and we look forward to welcoming our members and friends of the Union to our stand. So if you’re around, please stop by for a cuppa and chat.”

Each year 400 horses, 100 cattle and over 400 sheep are entered to the show and the major shearing competition, poultry show, classes for goats, a novelty and exemption dog show and a dog agility competition, will provide plenty of entertainment for all the family.

This year the main ring is host to the spectacular “Portsmouth Action Field Gun Display Team” and the full program of competition and attractions throughout the day are not to be missed.