London Farm Show Gearing Up

London Farm Show Opens Its Doors March 6

By Amanda Brodhagen, Farms.com

The London Farm Show will mark its 75th year at the Western Fair grounds in London, Ontario.

The popular agricultural show is set to open its doors Wednesday March 6th, 2013 and will wrap up on Friday March 8th. The three-day event will feature speakers, stage presentations, exhibits, live bull riding and much more.

One of the new features this year is the tractor of the year display. Some of the other key highlights include: induction ceremony for the Middlesex County Agricultural Hall of Fame inductees, farm safety day, and presenter Moe Agostino (Farms.com Risk Management).

Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door and children under 10 get in free. More information can be found on the Western Fair District website.

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