Awards and events calendar
Entering awards can be a very cost effective way of generating press coverage and new leads, for comparatively little effort.
Equally, events are a great opportunity to build relationships and learn from competitors and customers alike. And, remember to shout about the fact that you are Freedom Food approved – it can be a real asset when entering awards and otherwise promoting your business.
January 2011
FARMA - National Farmers' Retail & Markets Association Awards 2011
Awards dinner - 25th January at the Bournemouth Pavilion
Sussex Food & Drink 2010/11
Awards dinner - 27th January at the East Sussex National Golf Resort & Spa.
March 2011
Observer Ethical Awards 2011
Award - closing date is 5pm in the UK on 11th March.
Event -25th-28th March at the NEC Birmingham
April 2011
Spring Fling
Event - 19th April at the Norfolk Showground
The Farmers Weekly Awards 2011
TBA
May 2011
Real Food Festival 2011
Event - 5-8th May held at Earls Court, London
Pig & Poultry Live 2011
Event - 11th May held at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire
Devon Diversification Award 2011
Awards - 19, 20, 21st May at the Devon County Show
June 2011
The Suffolk Agricultural Association Awards
Awards - 1st-2nd June presented at Suffolk Show held at Trinity Park
July 2011
The 2011 SuperMeat & Fish Awards
Awards - 7th July at the prestigious Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London
October 2010
The Restaurant Show 2011
Event - 10th-12th October held at Earls Court, London
If you know of any food and/or farming events that are not listed here, please let us know.