Something for everyone at this year's showcase

The leading team tasked with delivering this summer's Perth Show is moving into top gear as the two-day agricultural extravaganza approaches.

- STAFF REPORTER

Civil servant Philip Murrie from Blairgowrie takes up the reins as Chairman for the 163rd annual showcase and he’s pulled together his top team to help stage “something for everyone” at Perth's South Inch on Friday and Saturday, August 1st and 2nd.

Philip (47), who works with the Department of Agriculture, highlighted the particularly challenging spring that farmers have faced with drought, inheritance tax and meat imports all impacting on the agricultural sector.

“We all need a pick-me-up and our county shows are always a great way to bring both the farming community and the general public together in an event to celebrate and acknowledge the work of those who help put our food on our plate,” he said.

“Perth Show has been providing that annual get-together for 163 years and we're looking forward to opening the gates on 1st and 2nd of August to welcome all comers.”