It is less than four weeks until the Hunter’s largest agricultural show, Tocal Field Days, gets underway.

And, manager Charise Foulstone is planning for record crowds between Friday 29 April and Sunday 1 May, with new attractions and the return of favourite visitor activities.

Ms Foulstone said local people and exhibitors were telling her they were looking forward to putting the impacts COVID-19 and recent flooding behind them to enjoy a great weekend out.

“Tocal Field Days plays an important role in connecting farmers and community, as well as showcasing the Hunter’s outstanding produce and farming sector,” she stated.

“It educates people about the importance of agriculture and where food comes from.

“It also gives farmers and farm suppliers a chance to get together, share ideas and to buy from each other.

“Local community groups also benefit from grants issued from the event’s proceeds – 12 groups shared $35,000 last year.”

The three-day extravaganza, at the Tocal Agricultural Centre at Paterson, will host almost 300 exhibitors.

For more info, go to tocalfielddays.com

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