Upcoming Projects
OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACE
BASF Growing Home Initiative
The Springfield Agricultural Society was nominated for the BASF Growing Home Initiative in April 2026.
We were one of three finalists selected in Manitoba vying for a first place prize of $25,000, second place prize of $10,000 or third place prize of $5000.
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We rallied our community for support through social media sharing and in-person awareness campaigns. It all paid off, because we came in second place, receiving $10,000 towards our Outdoor Gathering Space.
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You can read more about the BASF Growing Home Initiative and the Springfield Agricultural Society below:
R.M of Springfield - Councillor Ward Appropriations
On May 5, 2026 the Springfield Agricultural Society formed a delegation before the Springfield council. We delivered a presentation on the need, value and impact of an Outdoor Gathering Space on the Ag Grounds in Dugald. We received funds from each councillor towards the Gathering Space, totally $3500.
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We raise our hands in gratitude to:
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Mayor Patrick Therrien
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Councillor Andy Kuczynski
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Councillor Glen Fuhl
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Councillor Mark Miller
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Councillor Melinda Warren
SHADE TREES ON THE AG GROUNDS
As the summer's get warmer and warmer, we have recognized a need for more shade trees on the Ag Grounds. ​We have received financial support from Pembina Co-op and the Northeast Red Watershed District to meet our goal of planting more shade-bearing trees.
We were successful applicants for the Pembina Co-op Sustainable Roots Grant. We will be holding a tree planting day over the next few weeks. We look forward to working with Pembina Co-op to make it a successful event.
As the summer's get warmer and warmer, we have recognized a need for more shade trees on the Ag Grounds.
​We are excited to partner with the Northeast Red Watershed District (NRWD) to plant more shade bearing trees.
Community and Connection
BAND CAMP SPONSORSHIP
Each year the Springfield Agricultural Society sponsors two students from École Dugald School to participate in a band camp. In April 2026, Sam Carter, a board member, presented the sponsorships to two hard working students.
Contact Us​​
Email your inquiries to:
Marilyn Bouw - President - mhbouw6@gmail.com
John Speer - Treasurer - spragsociety@gmail.com
Lise Seadon - Exhibit secretary - fair.exhibits25@gmail.com
Jocelyn Hamill - Quilt Chairperson - sjhamill29@gmail.com
Send your inquiries through mail:
The Springfield Agricultural Society
P.O. Box 96
Dugald, MB
R0E 0K0