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The West Coast’s biggest agricultural event, cancelled in March, is on in November.
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The biennial event, AgFest-West, canned because of the covid-19 lockdown, has picked up on an opportunity following the cancellation of the Canterbury A&P show.

Event organiser Andy Thompson said what is Canterbury’s loss will hopefully be West Coast’s gain.

Up to 20,000 people usually attend the autumn event, making it one of the West Coast’s biggest weekends.

“This year could be our biggest year ever as we set up now to run on Canterbury anniversary weekend and make the most of the 100,000 people that won’t be attending the Canterbury show and will hopefully now come to the West Coast and enjoy our show,” Thompson said.

Initially an agricultural field day, the event has become a two-day trade show for the West Coast with about 1000 businesses exhibiting.

“For most businesses that come and exhibit this will be the kick start they need after covid and for accommodation and hospitality here too.

“We have five months now to showcase what we can do.

“After a challenging, uncertain year AgFest provides a chance for businesses to reward loyal customers. 

“We are proud to play a part in supporting the West Coast economy and giving back to the local community.”

Visitors will be treated to an upgraded venue, the latest in on-farm technology, farm machinery and expert advice, Thompson said.

AgFest will run on November 13 and 14 at the Greymouth Aerodrome. 

Signature sponsor Farmlands said as other agricultural events were cancelled the chance to shift the event to spring means thousands of people can attend the first major, live, agricultural event reconfirmed for 2020.

Farmlands has supported AgFest since it began in 2012.

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