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The Drayton Farm Show, now in its 37th year, continues to grow by showcasing the latest in agricultural technology while maintaining its rural roots.
“This show is one of the largest fundraisers for the club and for the community,” state officials for the Drayton Kinsmen Club, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2018.
“With over 100 vendors, it’s the largest local farm show that showcases local business and innovative solutions in agricultural.”
Show-goers may find anything from a robotic milker to a display on agricultural history in Mapleton Township.
The two-day event, sponsored by the Drayton Kinsmen, takes place on March 28 (11am to 10pm) and 29 (11am to 9pm) at the PMD arena in Drayton.
Half of the $5 admission fee is donated to cystic fibrosis research, a cause that the local Kinsmen support at a national level. The rest of the proceeds are put toward various Kinsmen projects in the community. Past Kinsmen projects have included an addition to the agricultural society building, purchase of a rescue van and Jaws-of-Life for the local fire department, and a contribution to the PMD Arena.
The family-friendly show focuses not only on agricultural service, innovation and technology, but also on the family farm as an important agricultural tradition.
There are displays, information booths and educational opportunities suited to rural and non-rural visitors of all ages. Show-goers will see a few new faces among the exhibitors, with most regulars returning. Outside, the Kinsmen have arranged for companies to display agricultural equipment.
