The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers, the organiser of the UK’s flagship dairy event, record last week’s event (Wednesday 7 February) as the most successful since its launch in 2018.

With a plethora of dynamic speakers, a host of over 80 new products and the highest visitor number to date the event was a resounding success.

Tech-giant Google delivered this year’s keynote session discussing all things consumer focused. The Dairy Hub also played host to several key industry names including Arla’s Paul Savage, Bali Nijjar from Freshways and Agriculture Counsellor Hillary Curnow from New Zealand High Commission.

The Innovation Hub showcased new concepts throughout the day with talks on new technology, breeding innovation, grazing strategies and new diversification opportunities, concluding with a session focused on all things science and research.

The day saw the presentation of several prestigious industry awards, the pinnacle of which was the announcement of the NMR RABDF Gold Cup winner. Bisterne Farms were victorious, with Farm Manager George Brown graciously accepting the award from RABDF Chairman Robert Craig.

RABDF Managing Director Matt Knight said the show was without doubt the most successful yet.

“It’s amazing to see Dairy-Tech growing each year, the content across all aspects of the event this year were second to none, with top quality exhibitors, speakers and products.

“With uncertainty still ongoing within the sector it’s imperative we are able to provide a platform, through Dairy-Tech, to help equip farmers and businesses with as much insight and knowledge as possible to aid their success and profitability.”

Grosvenor Farms Dairy and Infrastructure Manager, Dave Craven, spoke on the Dairy Hub discussing the environmental ethos behind their business. With this year’s RABDF Down to Earth event heading there on Wednesday 3 July, there will be lots to see and hear on regenerative practices and what techniques the farm have adopted to focus on their environmental impact.

Next year’s Dairy-Tech event will take place on Wednesday 5 February 2025. More information is available at www.dairy-tech.uk