World ploughing championships under threat with no site in sight

A DECISION on whether Ireland will play host to a world class agricultural event, under threat due to lack of a venue, will be made in January.

The organisers of the 2006 World Ploughing Championships are frantically seeking a new location since it emerged that the original County Carlow site has been earmarked for major roadworks.

The competition is a huge money spinner which draws competitors from 30 countries across the globe.