﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:41:27 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>New Chairman Announced for the Yorkshire Agricultural Society</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/new-chairman-announced-for-the-yorkshire-agricultural-society,c2076578</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2301954</guid><description><![CDATA[The Yorkshire Agricultural Society is entering a new era as Chairman, Simon Theakston steps down from the role.   The Society is best known as the organiser of the annual rural showcase, the Great Yorkshire Show, and for the last eight years he has been at the  Society’s helm, leading it through one of the most exciting and innovative periods in its long history. In line with the Society’s constitution, he has now handed over the reins. He remains a member of its governing body and is succeeded as Chairman by Nick Lane Fox of Bramham Park.
Nigel Pulling, Chief Executive said: “Simon has]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2016 09:01:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Women in Farming in the Spotlight at Network’s Conference</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/women-in-farming-in-the-spotlight-at-network-s-conference,c2075795</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2298665</guid><description><![CDATA[Teamwork is the subject of the Yorkshire Rural Support Network’s third Women in Farming Conference which takes place next month.
Entitled “Talking Teamwork – Better and Stronger Together”, the conference will explore successful collaborative working within rural businesses with speakers sharing their unique experiences. The Network (http://yas.co.uk/charitable-activities/yorkshire-rural-support-network) is part the Yorkshire Agricultural Society (http://yas.co.uk/)’s work supporting the industry. The conference takes place on Tuesday 11th October 2016 (http://yas.co.uk/charitable-activities/]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2016 11:44:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Countryside Live Tickets Go On Sale</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/countryside-live-tickets-go-on-sale,c2051832</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2265201</guid><description><![CDATA[Animals galore, fabulous food and a host of hands-on activities for all ages are just some of the ingredients for the 14th Countryside Live which is held at the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate.

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The countdown is on as tickets are about to go on sale – from Monday 1 August – for the event which is run by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, best known as organisers of the Great Yorkshire Show.

Thousands of people are expected to be heading for the rural extravaganza on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 October and amongst them will be]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2016 09:11:02 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Society President follows in Family Footsteps</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/new-society-president-follows-in-family-footsteps,c2051290</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2264463</guid><description><![CDATA[The new President of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, Lord Middleton, has taken office for 2016/17, in the closing ceremony of the 158th Great Yorkshire Show.

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As England’s premier agricultural event drew to a close, Lord Middleton received the staff of office from the outgoing President, Mrs Sarah York, following in the footsteps of a host of illustrious names including members of the Royal family. There is also a strong family tradition as Lord Middleton’s great grandfather, grandfather and father held the post in 1899, 1936 and]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2016 09:04:46 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CHAMPIONSHIP WINNER ANNOUNCED OF TOP FARMING AWARDS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/championship-winner-announced-of-top-farming-awards,c2048884</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2261125</guid><description><![CDATA[A Northumberland farmer is celebrating after being announced as the overall champion of the prestigious Tye Trophy Awards, which acknowledges successful commercial farming combined with sound conservation practice.

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The competition is run by the Yorkshire Agricultural Society and attracts entries from across the north of England.

Alexander Izat, of Cocklaw Farm, Berwick-on-Tweed took the honours after winning the Northumberland area section and was presented with his award at last week’s Great Yorkshire Show (on Weds 13 July).]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2016 09:42:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A Great Three Days at the Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/a-great-three-days-at-the-great-yorkshire-show,c2046832</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2258679</guid><description><![CDATA[Innovation coupled with tradition was the hallmark of the 158th Great Yorkshire Show, which closed its gates after three action-packed days showcasing the best of British farming and rural life.

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Sunny skies, top class competitive entries and thousands of the country’s premier livestock competing across a vast array of classes helped attract a total of 135,026 visitors to the three day agricultural extravaganza, one of the highest figures of the last decade and just shy of the all-time record of 135,111 which was set in 2006. Last year’]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2016 10:58:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Annual showcase of ‘best of British’ farming set to open for three days of agricultural excellence</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/annual-showcase-of--best-of-british--farming-set-to-open-for-three-days-of-agricultural-excellence,c2044488</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2255297</guid><description><![CDATA[The curtain is set to rise on three days of agricultural and countryside excellence when the 158th Great Yorkshire Show opens its gates tomorrow (Tuesday). More than 130,000 visitors are expected to flock to England’s premier agricultural show, which runs from Tuesday 12 - Thursday 14 July and takes place at the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate.

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Caption for photo 1 & 2: ‘Betty’, a two-week old Gloucester Old Spot piglet came face-to-face with her chocolate counterpart as preparations for the]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2016 14:08:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Future Farmers of Yorkshire look for positive opportunities after Brexit Vote</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/future-farmers-of-yorkshire-look-for-positive-opportunities-after-brexit-vote,c2042156</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2252332</guid><description><![CDATA[The repercussions of the Brexit vote and its impact on farmers will be firmly in the spotlight at next week’s Great Yorkshire Show with organisers calling for the farming voice to be heard.
The Future Farmers of Yorkshire group is hosting an informal networking breakfast on Wednesday 13 July to discuss the outcome of the referendum and what happens next for UK farmers. A range of topics will be discussed including a look at future trade, payments, currency movements and the impact on foreign workers.  It will also look at positive opportunities in the new political landscape, with many]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2016 10:35:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fabulous Food at the Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/fabulous-food-at-the-great-yorkshire-show,c2040688</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2250493</guid><description><![CDATA[Visitors to the new £11.5m exhibition hall at next month’s Great Yorkshire Show are sure to be wowed by the sights and smells emanating from the fabulous Food Hall.

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The new hall, which is the size of three and a half Olympic swimming pools, will become a virtual food emporium during the three-day agricultural extravaganza, which runs from Tuesday 12 to Thursday 14 July 2016.

As well as hundreds of stands selling everything from chutney and chilli sauce and pork pies to popcorn, the Food Hall includes an exciting exhibition]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2016 11:44:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>White Rose Awards Finalist 2016 – Pavilions of Harrogate</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/white-rose-awards-finalist-2016---pavilions-of-harrogate,c2039475</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2248904</guid><description><![CDATA[Pavilions of Harrogate has been shortlisted in the “Business Tourism” category of the prestigious White Rose Awards 2016.
The White Rose Awards recognise and reward the very best of the industry throughout Yorkshire and the Business Tourism category specifically acknowledges the huge importance of the meetings, conferences and exhibitions sector of the tourism industry.

Heather Parry, Managing Director said “we are thrilled and honoured to be shortlisted in the 2016 White Rose Awards. The team at Pavilions of Harrogate work hard to ensure that both excellent customer service and keeping]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2016 09:01:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Equine Excellence promised for Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/equine-excellence-promised-for-great-yorkshire-show,c2038669</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2247669</guid><description><![CDATA[With 2,000 entries in the show jumping and equine classes, the Great Yorkshire Show remains a major draw for competitors from across the UK. Entries are at full capacity, with competitors applying earlier every year in a bid to secure a place at what is England’s premier agricultural show.

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Dates for this year are Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 July when more than 130,000 people are expected to attend. And the show’s equine pedigree and reputation remains as high as ever.

Steward and member of the show’s Equine Committee Liz Lorrimar]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2016 10:03:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Innovation to be Rewarded at Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/innovation-to-be-rewarded-at-great-yorkshire-show,c2036012</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2244136</guid><description><![CDATA[A diverse selection of farming innovations will come under the judges’ scrutiny at the Great Yorkshire Show, England’s premier agricultural event which runs from Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 July and takes place at the Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate.

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The Yorkshire Agricultural Society’s White Rose What’s Next Awards are made to products, implements, devices or services which are judged to make a real improvement either for Yorkshire farmers or for the rural community.

This year’s entries range from a new tractor-mounted post]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2016 10:07:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>“Instant” garden inspiration at the Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/instant--garden-inspiration-at-the-great-yorkshire-show,c2035077</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2242743</guid><description><![CDATA[The creation of a complete cottage garden in just 45 minutes will be one of the spectacles for visitors to enjoy in the popular horticultural section of the 2016 Great Yorkshire Show, along with talks, demonstrations and a stunning array of gardening excellence. The section has a new location, near the busy Blue Entrance, creating a gardening hub which will have plenty to interest and inspire.

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The Great Yorkshire Show, England’s premier agricultural event, runs from Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 July, and brings together all aspects of]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jun 2016 10:03:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Agricultural Innovation in the Spotlight at the 2016 Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/agricultural-innovation-in-the-spotlight-at-the-2016-great-yorkshire-show,c2033129</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2240441</guid><description><![CDATA[A wide ranging programme of seminars at the Great Yorkshire Show will bring to life the challenges and opportunities for those working in the rural sector.

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For the first time each day England's premier agricultural show will host speakers, including practitioners, to share best practice and inspire forward thinking producers to make the most of the changing world of the food chain.

Show Director Charles Mills said: “One of our key aims as an agricultural society is to encourage and promote innovation and efficiency in the British]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2016 09:48:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Celebrating Seven Years with Milk</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/celebrating-seven-years-with-milk,c2031034</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2238168</guid><description><![CDATA[Seven years on and the Fodder philosophy remains as strong as ever.

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The brainchild of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society, Fodder, the award winning local food hall and café, based on the Great Yorkshire Showground in Harrogate, has grown not only in size but also in the number of suppliers it supports – now over 350.  “We had a clear vision of what we wanted to achieve from the outset,” said Heather Parry, Managing Director.  “That vision hasn’t changed, our aim is to connect consumers with the best quality food and drink; thus]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2016 09:54:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Insight into Country Life at the 2016 Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/insight-into-country-life-at-the-2016-great-yorkshire-show,c2030154</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2237089</guid><description><![CDATA[An insight into the management of a grouse moor will be among the attractions for visitors to the Country Pursuits area at the Great Yorkshire Show.

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Organised by the Countryside Alliance and National Gamekeepers Organisation, A Year in the Life of a Grouse Moor is a new addition to the daily arena programme and will be presented by John Cavana, of Patanavac Gundogs from near York. It will explain the management processes, flora and fauna and individuals involved in the upkeep of these unique habitats, how important they are to]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2016 09:01:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Great Yorkshire Show Press Pass Application Update</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/great-yorkshire-show-press-pass-application-update,c2028020</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2234011</guid><description><![CDATA[The deadline for press pass applications for this year's Great Yorkshire Show (Tuesday 12 - Thursday 14 July 2016) is approaching.
If you've not already applied, please be aware that the deadline for press pass applications is Wednesday, 6 July 2016, so don't miss out on submitting your request for consideration.

Apply online here - http://greatyorkshireshow.co.uk/media/press-passes]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2016 12:24:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>NEW 11.5m EXHIBITION HALL DECLARED OPEN FOR BUSINESS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/new-11-5m-exhibition-hall-declared-open-for-business,c2026973</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2232547</guid><description><![CDATA[The Yorkshire Agricultural Society’s biggest ever investment – a new £11.5m state-of-the-art exhibition hall –– was officially opened for business during a ceremony in Harrogate today. (Thursday 9 June)

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The Bishop of Leeds, the Right Rev Nick Baines, and the Society’s Deputy Chief Executive Heather Parry pulled a 30m giant red ribbon to unveil Hall 1 which is the largest single-span space in the North of England and the size of 3.5 Olympic swimming pools. To acknowledge the importance of Yorkshire food producers and to mark the]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2016 10:43:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Farming to the Fore at Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/farming-to-the-fore-at-great-yorkshire-show,c2025276</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2230104</guid><description><![CDATA[First class farming is synonymous with the Great Yorkshire Show and next month’s event will be no exception with thousands of animals, the latest in high tech agricultural machinery and rurally related seminars to interest and inform. And there are discounted rates for farmers if tickets are booked in advance.*

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Dates for England’s premier agricultural event are Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 July when over 130,000 visitors are expected to come through the gates of the showground on the edge of the spa town of Harrogate. For one person in]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2016 09:24:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>FASHION ON TREND AT 158th GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/fashion-on-trend-at-158th-great-yorkshire-show,c2022007</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2225349</guid><description><![CDATA[It may have started life more than four decades ago as a simple idea to showcase British wool, but the fashion shows at the Great Yorkshire Show now have extensive appeal. Around 6,000 visitors head for the Skipton Building Society Fashion Pavilion during the three-day agricultural extravaganza to catch a glimpse of the latest trends and catwalk looks, as well as a sneak preview of the new autumn/winter collections.

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Since the fashion shows first began at England’s premier agricultural show, they have grown in size and popularity. As]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jun 2016 09:09:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Media Invitation from the Yorkshire Agricultural Society</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/media-invitation-from-the-yorkshire-agricultural-society,c2020362</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2222884</guid><description><![CDATA[Time & Date:               11.30am, Thursday 9 June 2016

Venue:                         Hall 1, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate HG2 8NZ

Subject:                      Official Opening of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society’s £11.5m new events hall

Contact:                     Judy Thompson, PR Manager, Yorkshire Agricultural Society – judyt@yas.co.uk or 07903 326170
Notes for Photographers and Reporters 

  · Society staff, including Bishop Nick Baines and Heather Parry will be available for interview
  · Scissor lifts will be inside and outside the hall which can be used to]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2016 11:27:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>EXCITING NEW DEVELOPMENTS AT THE GARDEN SHOW AT THE 158th GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/exciting-new-developments-at-the-garden-show-at-the-158th-great-yorkshire-show,c2009854</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2207072</guid><description><![CDATA[Create a garden in just 45 minutes, hear words of advice from BBC TV expert Carol Klein and be party to inside information on the Buckingham Palace garden – all these opportunities and more are available to visitors to this year’s Great Yorkshire Show.

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Relocated to a new position on the 250-acre showground, the Garden Show promises to be a real draw for the 130,000-plus visitors expected to flock to the three-day countryside extravaganza, which runs from Tuesday 12 to Thursday 14 July 2016. The Garden Show at England’s premier]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2016 09:31:40 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Putting On The Style</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/putting-on-the-style,c9967516</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2191080</guid><description><![CDATA[An innovative project will see cutting edge fashion from a leading Yorkshire college on the catwalk alongside internationally acclaimed brands at the Great Yorkshire Show – and give a boost to a local hospice.

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Inspiration for the garments being designed by students at York College has come from men’s suits which have been donated to the city’s St Leonard's Hospice shops.   The students are hard at work up-cycling the suits by de-constructing them, then re working the fabric into women’s wear, adding quirky touches and splashes of]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2016 09:13:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Forestry for all at the Great Yorkshire Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/yorkshire-agricultural-society/r/forestry-for-all-at-the-great-yorkshire-show,c9964036</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision2186063</guid><description><![CDATA[The important role the country’s trees, woodlands and forests play in our every-day lives will be the message to visitors at the new-look Forestry Area at this year’s Great Yorkshire Show which runs from Tuesday 12 – Thursday 14 July.
The popular section at England’s premier agricultural event is keen to encourage more of the 130,000 plus show visitors to drop by to discover fascinating facts about the country’s woods and forests.

Not only will expert craftsmen and women be pitting their skills competing in traditional crafts including marquetry and stick-making, they will also be able to]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2016 09:38:44 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>