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AGRA and Foodtech present cutting-edge machinery and technologies at Plovdiv International Fair

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New varieties of tomato, winter barley and wheat, sunflower, cotton, tobacco, alfalfa and hybrid feed maize, as well as several innovative technologies for seed production, production and cultivation of annual and perennial crops are among the highlights of the AGRA and "Foodtech" stands at the Plovdiv International Fair from 20-24 February. Visitors will be able to see a self-propelled sprayer for plant protection, a wireless robotic mower and a digital agricultural assistant. 

A Plovdiv Fair Street Food Fest has also been prepared for visitors, where some of the most successful street food masters will demonstrate their skills. The festival programme is packed with music, dance and games, authentic Bulgarian cuisine with traditional barbecue and Rhodope specialities.

There will also be many raffles, quizzes with prizes and surprises for the children.



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