Large crowds are predicted

Organisers behind the iconic Wimmera Machinery Field Days expect 2020 crowds to total more than 15,000 across the three days.

The 58th annual Wimmera Machinery Field Days is just around the corner, taking place across Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday next week at Wimmera Events Centre in Longerenong.

Arguably the largest broad-acre focused field days in the southern hemisphere and one of the biggest agricultural and agribusiness trade and industry shows in the country, the event is a modern showcase of the latest developments in machinery equipment technology and services.

Each year, it attracts tens-of-thousands of patrons and exhibitors from across the country and overseas, and generates millions of dollars in trade across a broad cross-section of agricultural industry and rural business.

Field Days manager Murray Wilson said this year would see the event gather more than 500 exhibitors occupying nearly 1000 sites.

He said this was expected to bring more than 15,000 people to the event this year.

“Large scale agriculture trade shows such as the Wimmera Machinery Field Days provide a unique forum for people and business to gather and discuss farm-technology and new developments, create networks, socialise, rekindle friendships and business relationships and stay in touch with industry advances,” he said.

“Conservative estimates also suggest the three days generate more than $50 million in direct trade with more than $200 million of machinery and agricultural equipment on display.”