The fair is open on Sunday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Monday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., at 1528 Stellys Cross Rd. in Saanichton.
The Saanich Fair had no 4-H cows on display this year, a marker of the changing agricultural landscape on the South Island. But there are more chickens.
“This used to all be beef years ago,” said Maloney, gesturing to the four barn stalls around her. “There just isn’t the agriculture around that used to be here.” “This year, I brought extra to cover the difference,” he said. “Next year, I’ll fill the whole barn if I have to.” However, Maloney said the interest in 4-H clubs remain high, with more kids looking to join programs than available volunteers.
The club is the same size as it was 10 years ago, but the difference now is that the majority of the club raise their chickens in backyards, he said.
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