Parson, Kansas —
It’s Four State Farm Show time again in southeast Kansas.
With today’s trying economy what better way to spend a weekend then to do it looking at all the newest farm equipment and latest agricultural technologies—for free.
That’s right! The Four State Farm Show, located just east of Pittsburg, Kansas is free to the public.
That means no parking fee and no admission fee.
The 36th edition of the Four State Farm Show is set to take place this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 16, 17 and 18.
With more than 25 acres filled to the brim with farm and ranch products, there is bound to be something for virtually anyone who is interested in agriculture.
Coined as the area’s largest agricultural event the Four State Farm Show is suited for farms and ranches of every size.
Come out and browse through the nearly 700 exhibits, there will be something of interest for farmers and ranchers no matter how big or small their operation is.
From precision farming equipment, trailers, trucks, tools, seed, feed, agrichemicals, livestock equipment, farm buildings, grain and feed bins, tires, 4-wheelers and utility vehicles, there is something for everyone.
Chances are good, if it is used around the house or in the field—it will be at the Four State Farm Show.
In addition to being able to view all the latest agricultural equipment, Farm Show visitors will have a chance to take a front-row seat and watch how a number of pieces of equipment operate under field conditions.
This year’s Four State Farm Show will, once again, feature not only haying demonstrations but a Riding Mower Test Driving Range is also being offered.
More information on demonstrations at the upcoming Farm Show are as follows:
Hay Demonstrations
Cattlemen and forage producers are given the unique opportunity to compare a wide range of big round balers, mowers, rakes and other bale handling equipment operating under field conditions.
Riding Mower Test Driving Range
Try it out yourself!
The Riding Lawn Mower Test Driving Range will be open all three days of the Farm Show giving area farm and ranch families the opportunity to check out a wide range of makes and models.
Ag Health Alert
With summer heat always being a health factor to those involved with agriculture there will be special displays, information and screenings by Via Christi Hospital of Pittsburg and St. John’s Regional Medical Center of Joplin.
Antique Farm Equipment
The Brush Creek Antique Tractor Club and Kansas Chapter #3 of the International Harvester Collectors will give Farm Show visitors a look back at the past with their display of vintage farm machinery.
Farm Show Give-Away
Along with drawings in booths throughout the Four State Farm Show, Show visitors will want to be sure to stop by the Farm Talk Newspaper booth in the center of the show grounds to register for the Four Wheeler or Utility Vehicle Give-Away. The winner of the drawing will get to choose between three different brand new four-wheelers or a utility vehicle, which will be on display at the Farm Talk tent.
All of these things are just a glimpse of what will be available at this year’s Four State Farm Show so make sure to be there and check out all there is to offer.
Parking and admission at the Four State Farm Show are free. Show hours will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.
The Show is located south of Pittsburg, Kan., at the junction of highways 400, 69 and K-171, then 1/2 mile east.
Farm Talk Newspaper is the proud sponsor of the Four State Farm Show. For more information, contact Farm Talk at 620-421-9450.
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