Fair Support

Fair Support

In years past there have been reports that attendance at state and county fairs has been dwindling. Reasons for this range from budget cuts to competition from other events to the lack of local support. But things seem to be turning around. Several fair managers this year have reported record attendance, and while they can’t pinpoint an exact reason for the increase they all say that the growing interest in “supporting local” could play a big part; which makes sense. Fairs provide a community service way beyond just entertainment: non-profit organizations benefit through fund raising at their local fairs, young people learn about responsibility, leadership, and teamwork, and attendees learn about agriculture and meet local farmers, with most fair proceeds going back into local communities. Today’s fairs represent both old and new; carrying on a tradition, while introducing folks to the ever changing and ever improving face of modern agriculture.
 
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