John Sexton, tribute to a true ambassador of ploughing

A dairy and tillage farmer, John Sexton from Courtmacsherry in west Cork, attended his first ploughing championships as a young spectator in 1950
John Sexton, tribute to a true ambassador of ploughing

John Sexton, who has passed away this year, was always a popular figure at the National Ploughing Championships. Picture: Denis Minihane

Sun, 14 Sep, 2025 - 17:00
Ray Ryan

A celebrated ambassador for the National Ploughing Championships and rural life passed away on January 13 this year.

A dairy and tillage farmer, John Sexton from Courtmacsherry in west Cork, attended his first ploughing championships as a young spectator in 1950.

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