Ag Expo returns to Yellowhead Centre April 5
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- Published on Monday, January 22, 2018
By Micah Waddell
Neepawa Banner & Press
The Neepawa Ag Expo is on the way. Sponsored by the Neepawa Natives Junior 鈥淎鈥� Hockey Club in partnership with the Yellowhead Centre, the Ag Expo will be held Apr. 5, at the Yellowhead Centre.
Grain and farm supply companies, as well as Ag dealers of all kinds are being invited to set up a display booth to give out samples, brochures and materials during an interactive afternoon with local growers and industry reps. Space is limited to the size of the hall, so it is best to book early. Matt Lowry, Ag Expo committee member says, 鈥淲e are looking to carry some momentum from last year into this year鈥檚 Expo.鈥�
The first annual Ag Expo which took place in 2017 was a huge success. The Yellowhead hall was packed with sponsors and local support. Envisioned by Neepawa Natives vice-president Cam Tibbett, the Ag Expo though still young has shown that it is a very successful event and has the potential to be even bigger.
Auction to cap off the day
Each company is being asked to donate an auction item at a $500 minimum value. Donations might include, but are not limited to, equipment rental, certificates for seed, chemical, shop labour, consulting services or any product or service that is used in the agriculture industry. All profits raised from the event will be used by the Neepawa Natives Junior 鈥淎鈥� Hockey Club to help cover the hockey seasons operational cost. Lowry went on to say, 鈥淏ecause last year was the first, we learned some things and the hope is we can do things more efficiently and effectively because of it.鈥� The Ag Expo hopes to make better use of space within the Yellowhead, the speakers will potentially be in the arena lobby portion of the complex leaving more room for showcasing tables and sponsors.
The Ag Expo is sure to be a good annual community event. Neepawa Natives president Ken Waddell said, 鈥淎g Expo is a great way to showcase our Ag industry in the Neepawa trade area. It鈥檚 also a way for the team to raise awareness of our vibrant Ag industry, to raise some funds and have some fun. I am really looking forward to this years Expo.鈥� To book for display space contact Matt Lowry at 204-841-2389, Cam Tibbett at 204-841-3060, Ken Waddell at 204-476-3401 or Derek Pearson at 204-841-1425.
