1. Cheeklaw Jake Eric

This bull was purchased earlier in the year at the famous bull sales for 10,000gns, where he was champion the same day.

He was shown successfully in Ireland over the summer, with his biggest win being the overall senior championship at Tullamore Show.

2. Meelickaduff Honda

This second-calver has being another prominent feature at shows the length and breath of the country, securing a number of top accolades along the way.

The highlight, however, was her overall championship win at Tullamore Show, where the Limousin Society this year held its national finals.

3. Sagesse Martha

This one-year-old heifer was crowned the overall Charolais champion at the 2017 Tullamore Show. Although only a year old, this stylish young heifer is showing a lot of promise.

4. Ashton Katie

Ashton Katie was the overall Irish Angus All-Ireland champion from Strokestown Show.

Now a second calver with a bull calf at foot, Katie has been shown successfully since she was a young heifer.

5. Balgay Heathermaid

This two-year-old Shorthorn heifer was purchased privately last year, after being spotted at the Highland Show.

She hit Ireland by storm this year, winning a number or red rosettes – none more important than the replacement index class at Limerick Show, which includes judging by both appearance and figures.

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