World record attempt launched at Bath & West Show
A group of female beef farmers is to challenge the world record for the most people served a roast dinner simultaneously. The announcement by Ladies in Beef was made at the Bath & West Show on Thursday (30 May). Co-founder Minette Batters said: “Ladies in Beef have always been passionate about British beef and this […]
Only one plot remaining…the ARB Show’s set for a sell-out!
Two weeks to go before the annual ARB Show, and proving its position as Britain’s biggest annual dedicated arborists’ show, exhibitor bookings are still coming in and only one plot remains on the Bathurst Estate site. With over 75 exhibitors now attending the ARB Show this June, the organisers are keen to ensure a strong […]
Harper Adams hosts first Open Farm Sunday
The national event, organised by Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF), showcases British farming and gives people the opportunity to see how food is grown and produced. The farm at the university in Edgmond, near Newport, is one of hundreds across the country that will welcome visitors on June 9 giving them the chance to discover […]
Leicestershire RABI ploughing match success
Leicestershire R.A.B.I. committee members Brian and Veronica Sutton hosted a fundraising ploughing match for R.A.B.I. on 12th May nr Market Bosworth, Leics. As the weather has been so poor they were able to use their ground for the competition which saw nearly 80 entries on the day. The event was organised by Mr Richard Hewitt […]
Wool takes centre stage at North Sheep
The BWMB stand, which this year is being organised jointly with the Campaign for Wool (CfW) will feature examples of all the work done by the organisation at every stage in the wool supply chain, explained BWMB Chairman and Northumberland sheep farmer Malcolm Corbett. “The centrepiece of the stand, the ‘WOOL’ installation is a dramatic […]
British produce display at Chelsea Flower Show gets Best in Show nomination and gold
It was a 17th consecutive gold medal for award-winning designer Penny Riley, and the display is also one of five to be nominated for the prestigious Best in Show award for exhibitors in the Great Pavilion. Mrs Riley decided on a new approach to mark the centenary of the event, by allowing visitors to walk […]
Key date in organic calendar moves to the Midlands
National Organic Cereals has become a key date in the farming calendar since its launch in 2007 by control body, Organic Farmers & Growers. It has been held in a different part of the UK every year, but this sixth annual running of the event returns to the county where it was held in its […]
South Devon cattle breeders celebrate at National Show
Hosted by the Devon County Show this year, the National Show attracted exhibitors from as far afield as Leicestershire and Staffordshire, making the competition stronger than ever. “The quality of the cattle was superb,” said Caroline Poultney, secretary of the South Devon Herd Book Society. “Each National Show raises the bar, and this year’s showcase […]
The Princess Royal to visit Cheshire County Show
The Princess will visit the Tabley Showground for the second day of the two-day event on Wednesday, June 19th. Tony Garnett, Chairman of the Cheshire Show, said: “We are thrilled to announce HRH the Princess Royal as president of this year’s Cheshire County Show and it will be an honour and delight to welcome her […]
