'Good bugger' calls it a day
Much of the rural industry is made up of an army of characters who tend to be “good buggers” or rogues, while a small number might fall into the “you need to count your fingers after a handshake” category.
He expects around 300 exhibitors, about the same number as last year.
However, he says some exhibitors, like Norwood, are buying a bigger site this year.
Highlights this year include a small maze within a maize field. Phillips says the new attractions should be popular with kids and adults alike
Over 24 food vendors are locked in to keep visitors fed during the field days. The Civil Contractors of NZ will be on site, encouraging young people to make a career in civil contracting.
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Highlights this year include a small maze within a maize field at the showgrounds. |
Also, for the first time, agricultural drones will be on display.
Other attractions from last year making a comeback are sheep dog trials, tractor pull competition, laser clay shooting and lawnmower racing.
