The Society was formed in 1910 and held its first show in 1914. The founding members of the Society were dairy farmers, market gardeners, pig farmers and people in the district who had a strong interest in the rural activities of the area. The Society has staged a show every year since, except during the second world war, when in 1943 it was not possible to conduct the event due to a shortage of able volunteers. Initially the show was held on the Saturday afternoon only but in 1964 it was extended to include the Friday night.

The Society erected a hall in Main Street in 1914 on the spot where the current agricultural hall now stands. During the late 1950's the hall also acted as the Osborne Park picture theatre during the cold winter months. The outdoor cinema was located across from the hall.