Organisers are expecting plenty of interest but reduced sales at this year’s Elmore Field Days.
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When farmers hit dry years they are just as keen on the field days but can be reluctant to spend big, the group’s John Giffin says.
“I think people will be coming along for a look this year,” he said.
“You’d call them the tyre-kickers. They will come out and buy the things they need but they won’t spend on the big ticket items they want.”
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That said, organisers hoped to get 10,000 people through the gates a day and people certainly would be interested in having a look at the latest and greatest.
“There’s always new and improved bits of machinery out there. Drones and satellite imagery,” Mr Giffin said.
“Farmers are always looking for something new a different because you need to keep up with the pace of change if you can.”
The Elmore Field Days takes place from Tuesday to Thursday at the Elmore Events Centre.
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