Lambton County Plowmen’s Association has withdrawn its offer to host next year’s International Plowing Match.
This year’s match in Bruce County is still a go.
The organizers for Lambton spent a year planning before withdrawing.
Lambton Plowmen's Association Advisor Douglas Beatty said “unfortunately, we were unable to successfully negotiate and finalize a hosting agreement that was mutually beneficial for both the Ontario Plowmen's Association and the local association.
"We decided it is in everyone’s best interest to conclude the discussions and allow time for provincial event organizers to discuss alternative host sites outside of Lambton County."
In the past counties have vigorously vied to host the event, but competition from the annual Outdoor Farm Show has cut into attendance and interest from agribusinesses to feature their wares and services.
The Outdoor Farm Show has an advantage of using its same site every year, greatly reducing the costs of services such as electricity, water and sewage and parking.
