Ossory Agricultural Society Company CLG

Ossory Agricultural Society Company Limited by Guarantee is the charitable organisation behind the annual Ossory Show, Ireland's long-standing agricultural exhibition held each July in Coolfin, Rathdowney, Co. Laois. For more than a century the Society has brought together farmers, artisans and the wider public to celebrate the very best of Irish rural life.

The show offers a diverse programme that includes cattle and poultry competitions, a charm-and-style entry, dog shows, vintage vehicle displays and a dedicated Truck Show showcasing both classic and modern haulage rigs. Visitors can also enjoy traditional crafts, baking stalls, vintage corn-cutting and threshing demonstrations, and the thrilling return of tractor-pulling. With free entry for children and a modest adult admission fee, the event is designed as a family-friendly day out that highlights local produce, handcrafted goods and the achievements of the farming community.

Through these activities the Society nurtures a tight-knit rural network, recognises agricultural excellence and provides a vibrant platform for producers, hobbyists and enthusiasts to connect and share Ireland's agricultural heritage.