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Canada’s Farm Progress Show – 2017

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Published: June 23, 2017

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The 40th edition of Canada's Farm Progress Show is underway in Regina. The show runs until 5 p.m. Friday June 23. | Michael Raine photo

The 40th edition of Canada’s Farm Progress Show is underway in Regina, and WP reporters are there covering all facets of the show.

We’ll update this page constantly with their photos, videos and stories as long as the show is underway.

You can also follow all social media using the #CFPS17 hashtag below.

Our stories:

Mike Raine talks to Rene Carpenter, show chair at #cfps17

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Antique farm equipment parade:

WP reporter Robin Booker put together a very quick video tour of the #CFPS17 show grounds… You might want to sit down to watch this:

Wind causes problems at Farm Progress

REGINA — The weather is often the story at Canada’s Farm Progress Show, and this year it’s the wind. Gusting to 75 km-h on opening day Wednesday, it caused some concern for outdoor exhibitors.

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Innovations recognized as Farm Progress Show begins

REGINA — The 40th edition of Canada’s Farm Progress Show has kicked off in Regina. Eight innovations entered in the show’s annual competition received special awards at the opening ceremony.


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