Agriculture expo underway in Lethbridge – Lethbridge | 24CA News

It has been a full home up to now at this yr’s Ag Expo in Lethbridge, Alta.

“We have maximized the tradeshow floor and used every bit of space we could use,” mentioned present supervisor Dave Fiddler.

The occasion is attracting exhibitors from throughout Canada and the United States, bringing all varieties of ag business merchandise with them.

“You’ll see everything from drones, robotic milking machines to precision agriculture-planting technology like you’ve never seen before.”

This yr’s lineup of exhibitors has some acquainted faces but additionally some first-time members.

Lethbridge Dairy Mart has been attending the commerce present for many years, showcasing among the newest expertise within the dairy business.

“The biggest thing is a lot of farmers travel here from all over, and if you have any new technology, any new thing that we would like to share with the farmers, this is a really nice platform to share that,” mentioned MJ Sharma with Lethbridge Dairy Mart Ltd.

“And for the producer too, they like to see what’s new out there, how they can improve their farm.”

Precision Planting is predicated in Illinois. This is the corporate’s first time to Ag Expo. Dustin Weinkauf, the regional supervisor for western Canada, mentioned it’s been definitely worth the journey.

“It’s really exciting to get to show off some of our products and technology that we have to growers and how we can make them better in the field,” added Weinkauf.

This is the final yr Ag Expo will probably be within the previous constructing and with more room within the new facility. Mike Warkentin, the CEO for the Lethbridge & District Exhibition, mentioned the hope is that the 2024 model will probably be even larger and higher.

“Ag Expo continues to grow in demand and as we expand next year into the new Agri-Food Hub and Trade Centre we will have expanded space to grow this show and increase the volume of exhibitors in the show,” added Warkentin.

The three-day occasion wraps up on Thursday.

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