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Perth Hosting European Junior Farmer Exchange

Five Junior Farmers Association of Ontario exchange delegates are touring Perth and Huron counties.

The delegates, representing five different countries, are being hosted by the Perth County Junior Farmers.

Perth President Crystal Blake says they're proud to showcase agriculture in the region and provide their visitors with a unique cultural experience.

The agricultural showcase includes tours of unique and more traditional farms in the two counties.

The cultural part includes a play at the Blyth Theatre.

The countries represented by the exchange delegates are Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Scotland and Ireland.

Perth County Junior Farmer Courtney Steven is currently on an exchange in Switzerland.

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Spokesperson Amanda Brodhagen says this year the visiting Junior Farmers are all women.

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Brodhagen says the touring Junior Farmers have been surprised by the diversity of Ontario agriculture.

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Brodhagen says hosting the visitors gives club members the opportunity to make friends and create their own travel opportunities.

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