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International Plowing Match posters1990
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Plowing matches continue to attract interest and large crowds today from both rural and urban communities.3
International Plowing Match posters1994
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On September 20 to 24,1994, the International Plowing Match was held in Pembroke,Ontario near Westmeath Township.5
Lanark County International Plowing Match poster2003
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The 2003 International Plowing Match and Farm Machinery Show was held in Carleton Place, Lanark County, Ontario and was given the additional name of "Rural Expo".The front cover page of the program shows the variety of the events now held within the five day period of the show. Today it is no longer just a plowing event.
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International Plowing Match female competitor (photo from Ottawa Citizen)2003
Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
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This photo from the Ottawa Citizen, September 20, 2003 shows the participation of women in the plowing competition.Women are now taking an active role not only in the organization of Rural Expos but also in many competitions at plowing matches.
Modern technology now means that one can access the International Plowing Match site on the Internet to get information about forthcoming events.
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Walking plow competition, International Plowing Match 20032003
Carelton Place, Ontario, Canada
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Walking plows remain a part of the competition for both one horse and team events.11
Walking plow competition, International Plowing Match 20032003
Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
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Competitors take great pride in both their horses and the decorative harnesses.13
Plowing a straight furrow. International Plowing Match 20032003
Carleton Place, Ontario, Canada
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Excitement builds as each contestant completes their section. |
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