NEW! Qld Beef Up Close presented by Meat & Livestock Australia WHEN: 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm & 4.30pm daily WHERE: Large Animal Pavilion – ground floor Step into the world of beef production at Ekka’s new Qld Beef Up Close presented by Meat & Livestock Australia. These interactive sessions offer a unique opportunity to get up close to some of the largest bulls at the Show while learning about the Queensland beef industry. Watch as a bull is paraded just metres away, while you listen to an industry expert share insights on animal features, the purpose of raising beef cattle, what life is like for a beef producer and more. Packed with educational content, each session seats up to 100 people and includes the chance to meet one of these impressive beasts. Perfect for families, students and anyone interested in the beef cattle industry.
Norco Milking Barn WHEN: 9:30am, 11am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 4pm daily WHERE: Large Animal Pavilion (ground floor) Get hands-on with the magic of milking! Watch skilled farmers in action, learn how cream and butter are made, and even try milking a gentle dairy cow yourself. NEW! Dairy Cattle Exercise Area WHEN: Throughout the day WHERE: Next to the Large Animal Pavilion Visit the new Dairy Cattle Exercise Area and meet our dairy exhibitors. Watch the cattle being exercised throughout the day and chat with exhibitors to learn more about the dairy industry. It’s a great way to get up close and connect with these gentle animals and the farmers who care for them.
NEW! Dairy Kid Experience WHEN: Tuesday 12, Thursday 14 & Sunday 17 at 2pm WHERE: Large Animal Pavilion (level 1) Interact with some of the cheekiest animals at the Ekka as you explore the wonderful world of dairy goats at the new Dairy Kid Experience. Join long-time Ekka exhibitors Leo Thompson and Kylie Hopkins from Datadoo Anglo Nubians as they present a live milking demonstration with one of their prized does. Learn how these friendly animals are cared for and how fresh goat milk is collected. After the demonstration, it’s time to get up close and personal with some of the cutest kids at the Ekka - literally! Meet, pat and connect with adorable young goats.
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