Hollande rises early for yearly cow-patting ritual at Paris agricultural fair

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The French president spent eight hours at the opening of the fair, a key event for the farming world and politicians seeking its support.

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As per tradition, French President François Hollande spent several hours tasting wine, patting livestock and chatting with farmers as he opened the 52nd edition of the Paris Agricultural Fair on Saturday, reports FRANCE 24.