The Midland & Western Livestock Improvement Society commences its 2026 events with a multibreed show and sale on Saturday 7 February at the showgorunds in Carrick-on-Shannon, N41YX82.

There are 69 cattle entered, consisting of Charolais, Limousin, Hereford and Angus bulls and heifers.

Judging will commence at 10am, followed by the sale at 12pm, with ringside and online bidding through MartBids.

The society recently finalised its dates for the 2026 Carrick Winter Fair, with Monday 16 November the date for senior cattle and bull weanlings, and Sunday and Monday 22-23 November confirmed for the show and sale of heifer weanlings.

2026 is a significant year for the society, as it celebrates its 100th anniversary.