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Sep 16, 2025
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What is the International Plowing Match & Rural Expo (IPM)? In short, the International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM) is a five-day celebration of agriculture and rural living. There are plowing competitions, a range of activities for people of all ages, numerous opportunities to learn about agriculture, near-constant live entertainment in multiple Match venues, hundreds of vendors and exhibitors (large and small equipment, lifestyle items and much more), a wide variety of food, an RV Park … the list goes on
Aug 20, 2025
Hastings County Farm Show 2025
Eastern Ontario's LARGEST Annual Outdoor Farm Show is Back!! This year the Hastings County Farm Show & Plowing Match is excited to announce that it will be hosted in memorial of Bob Burkitt, by George Burkitt and Family. 1289 Harrington rd, Frankford Ont. August 20, 2025 (9am - 5pm) and August 21, 2025 (9am-4pm). This event will once again be an amazing opportunity for all ages to learn about the agricultural industry. With horse/tractor plowing, tented city, heavy equipment displays, queen/princess competition, 4h milkshake booth, live demonstrations, children’s activities, antique display and our Trailer Park, including Live Entertainment Tuesday and Wednesday night! There will be Limited Rough Camping Sites Available but more information will be coming soon! This event is only $8 a person for the day and children under 12 free! If you have any questions, please direct message, or email us at plowingmatchvendors@gmail.com!We can't wait to see you in August!