Business demands for Dairy-Tech 2021 are high with over 70% of the stand space already being booked up by existing exhibitors before going on general release today (7 September).

More than 180 businesses have already secured their stand space since the event was launched on 10 August with several exhibitors looking for more space.

Stand space is now open for all new and existing exhibitors with an early bird discount rate running until 18th October. Businesses are urged to get their stand orders in soon with exhibition halls filling up fast.

The finalists for the prestigious Dairy Industry Woman of the Year Award which recognises the achievements of women in the British dairy industry have been selected.

The award will be presented at the Women in Dairy Conference taking place on 30 September to the individual who has demonstrated the core values of Women in Dairy of connect, share and inspire.

A dairy farmer from Staffordshire says attending specific dairy courses and joining discussion groups were a vital part in equipping her and her husband with the skills to run their own business.

English dairy farmers who suffered significant milk price cuts in April because of COVID-19 disruptions and have yet to submit their claim to the Government’s Dairy Response Fund have now got until 11 September to apply.

Investing in automation and taking steps prior to COVID-19 to make his business more resilient has been key to surviving the last few months, according to award-winning dairy producer Robert Sloan.

Exhibitors are being encouraged to get their stand space booked for Dairy-Tech 2021 on 3 February, as demand is expected to be higher following the cancellation of most events this year.

A Surrey school is championing British dairy farmers by producing a heart-warming video illustrating the issues facing dairy farmers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF) has highlighted ways the Government could have supported British dairy farmers better during the pandemic after the Environment Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee issued an urgent call for evidence.