The Wellington County Plowmen’s Association is in search of enthusiastic young women who are passionate about agriculture to become contestants in the upcoming Wellington County Queen of the Furrow competition.
The candidate chosen as Queen of the Furrow will represent the county at local events and compete for the title of Ontario Queen of the Furrow while attending the International Plowing Match.
The competition is open to women residing in Wellington County between the ages of 16 and 25. Those who have competed in the past are welcome to compete again.
During the competition, contestants will be judged on their interview, speech, impromptu answer, along with their plowing skills. One does not need to know how to plow, or even drive a tractor to compete – all necessary lessons will be taught, and all competitors are given a “plow coach” to assist with plowing.
The plowing portion will be held at the Wellington County Plowing Match on Aug. 15 hosted by Goodwin Farms (#7219 Wellington Road 21, Ariss).
The interview, speech, and impromptu question will take place at the Plowmen’s Banquet on Oct. 18 at the Alma Community Hall.
The competition offers a positive opportunity to gain valuable interview and public speaking experience.
For more information contact Cassandra Chornoboy, Wellington County Queen of the Furrow 2012-13, at 519- 856-0065.
