Denbigh 2019 overview
Date: August 4 -6
Theme: ‘Grow What We Eat. Eat What We Grow’. Subtheme: ‘Aligning farming decisions with climatic conditions’.
DENBIGH AGRICULTURAL, INDUSTRIAL AND FOOD SHOW OVERVIEW
■ Oldest, largest and most dynamic agricultural show in the English-speaking Caribbean.
■ A Jamaican cultural icon since 1952, showcasing agriculture and its related sectors.
■ Premier agricultural event with wholesome family entertainment, attracting over 80,000 patrons annually.
The schedule is as follows: Denbigh launch, June 6, 2019.
Denbigh show dates:
SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 GOVERNOR GENERAL’S DAY
■ Hi-Pro Gospel Extravaganza.
■ National Farm Queen Farm Coronation.
MONDAY, AUGUST 5 MINISTER’S DAY
■ Youth Day .
TUESDAY, AUGUST 6 PRIME MINISTER’S DAY
■ Denbigh entertainment showcase.
■ The Denbigh experience. Denbigh is an experience, not just an event. As the premier agricultural show in the English-speaking Caribbean, our standard is high and we aim to deliver to sponsors, and patrons, value for money providing the best in:
DENBIGH ENTERTAINMENT
The daily entertainment is a highlight of the Denbigh Show and another successful partnership with Hi-Pro will guarantee satisfaction from day one with the Hi-Pro Gospel Extravaganza with a selection of solid gospel acts to on Sunday, August 4. Our National Farm Queen Competition will take the spotlight on the second day, Monday, August 5. The third day, Tuesday, August 6, will culminate with a phenomenal showcase of Jamaican culture and exciting local artistes.
CULTURE
■ Cultural highlights for JCDC.
■ National Competitions – to crown the 2019 Farm Queen and Champion Farmers.
■ Youth in Agriculture village, Tourism Village.
■ Maypole dancing and Jonkannu.
FOOD AND ATTRACTIONS
■ Parish produce displays.
■ Melting pot of traditional foods, product samples and new sensations to delight the palate.
■ Livestock parades.
■ Parish Pavilions Display Competition.
■ Hi-Pro Games.
■ Delta Chainsaw Competitions.
■ All-day entrainment and nightly shows.
■ Local & international displays/booths and exhibits.
■ Treasure hunts.
AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS
Latest in industrial equipment and access to information on:
■ Sustainable solutions, including greenhouse farming.
■ Irrigation, PV, rainwater-harvesting systems.
■ Water treatments, solar-heating options.
DENBIGH VILLAGES
In addition, patrons at Denbigh 2019 will be able to partake in and enjoy the Denbigh Village concepts namely:
■ Children and Family Village
■ Health and Wellness Village
■ Denbigh Farmer’s Market
■ Youth in Agriculture Village
■ Craft Village
■ Horticultural displays
■ Agricultural displays
■ Legal clinic