The North & West Caithness Ploughing Association held its 20th annual ploughing match yesterday at Thurdistoft Farm, Castletown. Despite being a farmer's son, it was my first ever ploughing match. The weather was absolutely perfect.James Tait, Murkle, won a barrow load of trophies, including overall champion. He will be competing in the Scottish championship next weekend in Brechin, along with Gavin Robertson, Barrock.
Clive Chalmers, Stromness (above) travelled over the Pentland Firth late on Friday and won the very strong multifurrow class against 7 competitors. The John Deere tractor gives a dramatic photo against the clear blue sky.
The old cabless tractors made it easier to get good photos, but there wasn't that many entered.
It was good to see so many youngsters competing (10) which will ensure that this surprisingly popular sport continues to thrive.
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