The Malle Machinery Field Days comes back after COVID

The Mallee Machinery Field Days have been announced for August 3 and 4, with the organisation of the event underway.

Mallee Machinery Field Days secretary Matt Brady said keen interest was coming from new and existing exhibitors.

"The last two years have been tough on everyone," Mr Brady said,

"I think a lot of people have missed it."

In 2020 and 2021, the event had to be cancelled for the first time in its history.

Mr Brady said the fact the event didn't occur in those years did not mean there was waning interest from machinery companies in the event.

"We are receiving enquires from across Australia with large businesses keen to jump back on board and showcase their products and we are looking forward to welcoming everyone back," he said.

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This year's event will be the 42nd annual event and aims to showcase the latest technology and advances within the agricultural industry.

"There will be lots of new releases this year and for many businesses, this is the first time in three years they have had an opportunity to showcase them to a wider audience," Mr Brady said.

The event will continue its commitment to fundraising efforts for local community groups, with 2022's event raising funds for the Speed Lions Club.

"Fundraising efforts across all communities have been impacted as a result of COVID," Mr Brady said.

"We're happy we will be able to provide an economic boost to many community groups and organisations who have been hit hard in recent years."

Mr Brady says there are still opportunities for exhibitors to participate, with the field days committee calling for exhibitors who would like to partake in this year's event.

"While we usually have around 300 sites, COVID has resulted in an influx of extra enquires for additional sites this year," Mr Brady said.

"Sites are very competitive and capped so we urge anyone who is hoping to exhibit this year to contact us as soon as possible to avoid disappointment."

The application process has slightly changed for the event in 2022, with new applicants needing to submit a form to express their intention to exhibit.

Exhibitors who received a refund after the cancellation of the event in 2021, will have to lodge a new application form, while other exhibitors who decided to rollover their application from last year will be contacted by the organisers.