Expo general manager Amanda Hodgson says a lot of work has gone into the event to date, which was set to go ahead on November 10-11 at Mystery Creek, so the decision was not taken lightly.
“This event relies heavily on sponsorship and we have decided to be cautious and cancel the event until November 2021,” she said.
“There were a number of reasons why we have taken this course of action including recent farmer feedback indicating discomfort and reluctance to attend events and travel to other regions.”
Hodgson says there is also the issue surrounding insurance if another outbreak of covid-19 were to occur, which is a huge risk at this uncertain time.
“It’s a real shame to see all the work to date not come to anything – but it’s definitely not been a waste of time. It just allows us to have a head start on next year’s event!” she said.
Dates for the next event will be confirmed in early 2021.
