Ploughing Championships to get under way in Co Carlow

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250,000 visitors are expected in Ballintrane in Carlow over the next few days for Europe's biggest outdoor event

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The three-day event is the biggest outdoor event in Europe.It takes place as blockades of meat plants continue, and the agriculture sector braces itself for the impact of Brexit.The trade stands are the big attraction, but a 200-acre ploughing site is where the actual competition takes place.The ongoing beef dispute is bound to be the main topic of conversation.

Last night, Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed penned an open letter to farmers and appealed to them to study the weekend beef talks agreement. He urged them to give the deal a chance and told protesters the future of the Irish beef sector is in their hands, saying, "please don't be responsible for its destruction."— Michael Creed TD September 16, 2019 .

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