Seymour Expo a hit

“It was a great weekend out for the 400 exhibitors, local community groups and the visitors,” Mr Gilbert said.

A threat of storms forced an early closure on Friday afternoon when 21 mm of rain fell, but the weather cleared on the following days.

“The Small Farms Learning Hub and Farm Lectures programs were packed with informative talks and hands-on sessions covering everything from how to train working dogs and backyard beekeeping to cattle basics and sheep secrets to an introduction to Boer goats.”The expo incorporated sustainability, including off-the-grid, renewable resources and low-impact living and Mr Gilbert said Southern Hemp’s hemp building sessions were a highlight.

“The HRV Hero Horses were a very popular addition to the expo with many visitors keen to learn more about the program that gives pacers and trotters a chance to enjoy a second chance beyond the track,” he said.“The Country Kitchen and Butcher’s Shop are also a crowd-pleaser and this year the Meet the Makers segment gave a number of brewers, distillers and winemakers an opportunity to showcase their goods during happy half-hour sessions.”

The Seymour Alternative Farming Expo ran from Friday, February 14 to Sunday, February 16 at Seymour's King's Park.

Mr Gilbert said he looked forward to running an even better event at King's Park in 2021.