Best of British livestock for 2022 Borderway Agri Expo

Borderway Agri Expo is back for 2022

With a reputation as the leading autumn livestock event, Borderway Agri Expo returns this October with a sensational jam-packed programme.

Dedicated to the incredible UK beef and sheep industries, Borderway Agri Expo returns on Friday 28 October with a schedule brimming with all things related to  livestock farming.

Organised by the UK’s leading livestock auctioneers, Harrison & Hetherington, this event has established itself as one a leading livestock showcase , drawing exhibitors and crowds from all four corners of the UK.

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With mainline sponsors, Morrisons, Norbrook, and Carrs Billington, the highlights of the event, are the 25 National Suckled Calf and Cattle classes,  22 National Prime Sheep classes, Mule Gimmer Lamb class and the five breed society shows; the Border British Blue Club Calf Show; Simmental Regional Calf Show; Beef Shorthorn National Calf Show; Aberdeen Angus Winter National Show; and the Hereford National Calf Show.

Attracting some of the finest sheep and cattle the UK has to offer, judging the line-up is no mean feat.

Casting an eagle eye over the classes is Allan Wight of Crawford who will judge the Sheep classes, Michael Alford from Collumpton, Devon, who will judge the Commercial Cattle classes, and Duncan Semple of Argyllshire who will judge the Baby Beef classes.

Judging the highly anticipated Mule Gimmer Lamb class is noted Cumbrian farmer, Trevor Foster.

The Aberdeen Angus Winter National Show will be judged by Fraser Cormack; the Beef Shorthorn National Calf Show will be judged by Pamela Nicol; the Border British Blue Club Calf Show will be judged by Chall Parsons; the Hereford National Calf Show will be judged by William McMordie; and the Simmental Regional Calf Show will be judged by Varrie Loggie.

Commenting ahead of this year’s event, Harrison & Hetherington Managing Director, Scott Donaldson, said: “The return of Agri Expo last year following the pandemic really highlighted just how important and significant this event is to the industry.

The line-up of livestock is absolutely second to none and it is a privilege to welcome some of the best cattle and sheep the UK has to offer.

“Alongside the livestock classes, it is fantastic to see so many businesses coming together to showcase the latest trends and innovations within the industry which farmers can utilise on their own farms to enhance efficiency.”

Following its poignant inauguration last year, the David Thomlinson Lifetime Achievement Award will be awarded to someone recognised for their commitment, success, and accomplishment within livestock farming.

Always keen to encourage and support the next generation, there is plenty on offer for young people including Young Handlers classes and the David Allen Stockperson of the Year Competition a specialist competition which aims to test the skills, knowledge and capabilities of progressive young livestock farmers in an ever-progressing industry.

The H&H Land & Estates series of seminars will explore and debate a variety of current industry challenges, changes, and focusses.

With a panel of industry experts, the audience will have the opportunity to listen, learn and ask questions throughout.

The backbone of the event is the myriad of trade stands all representing different areas of the industry.

From breed societies to feed companies to machinery dealers, all demonstrating the latest research, developments, and technology which farmers can adopt to improve efficiency and production back at home.

The official charity of this year’s event is My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, a charity established in 2017 following Doddie Weir OBE’s announcement that he was suffering with Motor Neuron Disease (MND).  

Fundraising will take place throughout the day however anyone wishing to make a direct donation to My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, can do so via: myname5doddie.enthuse.com/AgriExpo2022

Scott concludes: “Agri Expo covers all aspects of the British livestock industry and there really is something for everyone.

It is an incredible showcase of the hard work and dedication from our British farmers, and we are very proud to be able to celebrate them through Agri Expo.”

Gates to Borderway Agri Expo open to the public at 8:00am. Entry and parking is free. For further information and  details please visit: borderwayagriexpo.co.uk.