We take a look back through the Stock Journal archive to October 1990, when there were plenty of images from shows across the country, including Perth, Melbourne, Melrose and Jamestown. Roseworthy played host to the State Sheepdog Championships, while the agricultural college held an open day. Marrabel Rodeo makes an appearance, while Noarlunga TAFE students were off to NZ on a dairy study tour. The drought and low sheep prices also feature prominently.