Holstein UK announces that dairy farmer Brian Miller, will be casting his vote among leading Holstein cattle as he is confirmed as The National Holstein Show judge at UK Dairy Show 2017.UK Dairy Day is the leading business event for the dairy industry, bringing together over 300 businesses, more than 7,000 visitors, leading suppliers, buyers, and industry influencers for a dedicated one day dairy… ...more
The UK’s leading business event for the dairy industry, UK Dairy Day, is delighted to announce it will now welcome The National Ayrshire Show to its main event in September.The National Holstein Show is already an established part of the Cattle Show at UK Dairy Day. With its own dedicated main ring, leading industry judges, superb line up of cattle and exquisite showmanship skills on display, the… ...more
Plans to stage a national dairy joint show in September have fallen through as Holstein UK – the UK’s leading dairy industry support organisation – has been unable to reach an agreement with the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF).Despite protracted negotiations, Holstein UK’s board decided not to enter into a partnership agreement with RABDF today (Tuesday, October 11th) to deliver… ...more
Presented at this year’s UK Dairy Day was the Holstein UK Premier Pedigree Herd title awarded to Andrew Birkle’s Whinchat herd near Loughborough, Leicestershire.The 220 head Whinchat herd consists of 104 EX and 102 VG, averaging 10,700kg, 3.88% butterfat and 3.2% protein, with the most prominent cow families including: Farrah; Savoire Fare; Molli; Pamela; Sara; Inka Ideal; and Beaujolais.Based at… ...more
UK Dairy Day 2016 has hit astonishing new heights. More than 7,740 visitors descended on the International Centre in Telford on Wednesday 14th September - this is an 8.847% increase on last year’s 7,112 visitors. Coupled with 171 cattle on-site and more than 300 dairy businesses exhibiting, this was the largest UK dairy Day to date – and everyone was talking about it with #ukdairyday even trending… ...more
15 September 2016 The new product competition for UK Dairy Day 2016 was judged by Mark Suthern, Head of Agriculture for Barclays Bank. The competition offered exhibitors and sponsors the opportunity to showcase new products launched into the industry since the previous years event. Congratuations go to Dairymaster who were winners with their MooMonitor+ App. A highly commended award went t… ...more
This year UK Dairy Day recognised the trade stand displays by judging and presenting awards. The judging was undertaken by Tom Gray, CEO of Southwater Event Group and Diane Austin, Operations Director of Southwater Event Group.Congratulations to ADF Milking who picked up the award for the best large trade stand, Dairymaster who claimed the small trade stand prize and Tim Carter Foot Trimming who… ...more
Keep up to date with what is App...ening at UK Dairy Day 2016. Next Wednesday’s leading business to business event for the dairy sector, UK Dairy Day, is integrating even more technology into its show with the launch of a brand new app.Designed to allow visitors to enjoy real time updates and news, the app will enhance visitors’ experience at the one day event – which takes place on Wednesday 14th… ...more
With just over one month to go, plans for the UK's premier dairy event, UK Dairy Day are really taking shape. UK Dairy Day is fortunate to have support from across the industry; principal partners for 2016 include Cogent Breeding, NWF Agriculture, Eprinex, Barclays and Holstein UK. Returning to the show this year is the 'Sharing Knowledge' zone.This dedicated area includes two seminar areas runni… ...more
Richard Jones, Holstein UK Chief Executive, commented;“Holstein UK acted on behalf of its members and the dairy industry to ensure that there was a dedicated dairy event held in the UK every September. We are determined that UK Dairy Day will continue to showcase the very best of British dairying and feature all cattle breeds from all over the UK. The one day event is tailored for the dairy sector… ...more