Organisers of one of the region’s leading winter livestock shows have confirmed the date for this year’s edition, and competitors can now make their entries. Agrifest South West will be returning to Westpoint Exeter on Wednesday, November 8.
Now an established event under the Devon County Agricultural Association’s (DCAA) direction, it acts as a showcase for the region’s unrivalled expertise in the production of prime cattle and sheep.
Though only on for one day, Agrifest South West presents a jam-packed agenda for farmers and agricultural professionals, offering them the opportunity to exhibit their stock, meet like-minded farmers and chew the cud over the issues facing the sector, attend seminars and workshops presented by some of the leading luminaries in farming industry today, as well as engage with existing and new suppliers.
Formerly known as Beef South West, but rebranded to Agrifest South West, the DCAA took over the running of the event from the National Beef Association (NBA) in 2016.
Event chair, Deborah Custance Baker, said: “This is a must attend event for anyone involved in the industry. It is well documented that farming is a very isolated industry to work in and collaboration is key to keeping the tractor wheels turning. This event is all about bringing farmers together, under one roof, and to offer them insights into their business they won’t find anywhere else.
“As if that’s not all, there’s £5,000 worth of prize money to be won, as well as silverware provided by the Royal Smithfield Club.”
The annual Agrifest Steak and Burger competition is always a firm favourite. Attracting some 50 entries in 2022, this year’s contest will see the launch of a new category for sausages. Deborah added: “We are expecting some of the best specimens the Westcountry has to offer and the judging panel are already salivating at the prospect of tasting every single, sizzling entry.”
Applications for trade stands and booking forms for primestock, steak, burger and sausage entries are now open at www.showingscene.com/events/agrifest-south-west-nov-2023.
Entry to Agrifest South West is free to anyone connected with the farming community. For further details, please visit the website www.agrifestsouthwest.co.uk.
