Entries for Baileys champion cow contest at Virginia Show increase

ENTRIES for the Baileys Irish champion cow competition at Virginia Show in Co Cavan next Wednesday are up on last year, in spite of the gloomy economic situation and the continuing market crisis in the dairy sector.

Competition director Brendan Smyth said he was encouraged by the interest shown by breeders. It demonstrated their support for a competition which is held in very high regard.

“Of all the major competitions, the Baileys alone combine good conformation with proven excellence in milk production capabilities.