Farm World still wows in 51st year

: Feeding advice: Cameron Brown from Browns Stockfeed with Bruce Glasgow from Bena at Farm World.

: Tractor power: Ken Nicklen from Erica with Kevin Smith and Shaun O’Hara from Gendore in Leongatha discussing the New Holland range of tractors at Farm World.

: Leongatha based: Marriotts Motorcycles and Power Equipment staff Ryan Claessen, Wade Jarvis, John Jones, Steve Smith (from Suzuki) and Tom Marriott man the stand at Farm World.

: Bus operators: Trevor Brewster and Greg Burge from Leognatha discuss BP’s range of oils with John Schelling from Evan’s Petroleum.

: Mow more: Jared Lovie from JSL Light Engine Repairs in Leongatha chats to Greg Dunn from Hazelwood South about ride on lawn mowers.

: South Devon: breeders Chris Daley from Mirboo North (front) and Peter Hutchinson from Yinnar South braved the winds at Farm World.

: Travelled over: Nena and Alan Caithness from Koonwarra were keen to look around Farm World, which is Victoria’s largest regional agricultural event.

: Family day: Rhiannon Hughes from Korumburra and her grandad Kevin Hughes from Koonwarra check out the exhibits at Farm World.

FARM World 2013 again saw thousands of visitors from across southern Australia visit Lardner Park, near Warragul for the 51^st field days.

The four-day program attracted more than 700 exhibitors who showcased their products and services at the iconic mixed farming and lifestyle event.

The 2013 Farm World theme of agricultural sustainability focused on how farmers can use resources more efficiently and responsibly, with the aim of improving farm profitability and achieving positive environmental outcomes.

Long time Farm World visitor and Deputy Premier Peter Ryan was the keynote speaker at the official opening on Friday.

Media personality, AFL legend and Meat and Livestock Australia ‘Lambassador’, Sam Kekovich also imparted his considered views on the marketing of agricultural products.

The official opening also included the presentation of the Farm World best site awards, the Tractor and Machinery Association of Australia – Farm World Machine of the Year awards and the Commonwealth Bank Best Innovation in Agriculture award.

The Commonwealth Bank’s regional and agribusiness banking executive general manager, Geoff Wearne officially opened this year’s event.

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