The 161st traditional agricultural and industrial exhibition, il-Wirja ta' Santa Marija, is underway at the Villa Rundle Gardens in Victoria.

The show was opened on Saturday by the Minister for Gozo Dr Anton Refalo. He noted the increase in the number of exhibitors for this year, saying that this sector is important for both employment and economics in Gozo.Organised by the Agrarian, Industrial and Cultural Society of Gozo, this very popular show has been taking place in Gozo since 1855.

The Villa Rundle exhibition, hosts more than 4,000 exhibits which include produce, livestock, poultry, vegetables and song birds.The event also showcases the best of Gozo's artisan work and crafts, produce, locally produced wines, oil and honey.

There was family entertainment related to traditional folklore on Sunday evening, with hundreds of people enjoying the show exhibits until late in the evening.This morning the awards ceremony takes place at 11.30am with the presentation of trophies and cash prizes to the best exhibit in each of the categories The show comes to a close at 1.00pm.

Photographs: Alain Salvary

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