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Livestock 2012 stand space schedule launched on-line

The stand space schedule for Livestock 2012, the rebranded Dairy Event and Livestock Show, to be held at The NEC, Birmingham on Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 September, has been launched on-line this week by the event’s organiser, The RABDF.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
3 Feb 2012
Livestock 2012 stand space schedule launched on-line


Business Development Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Manager to join RABDF as it develops the new Livestock Event to attract exhibitors and visitors from across the entire livestock sector... More

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30 Jan 2012


RABDF welcomes Muller RWD deal

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed the Muller Robert Wiseman Dairies take over deal. .. More

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24 Jan 2012


RABDF welcomes Defra’s badger cull decision

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has wholeheartedly welcomed Defra secretary, Caroline Spelman’s announcement this week to agree to a badger cull in England... More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying, Consultations
16 Dec 2011


RUMA’s response to the Save Our Antibiotics Alliance’s open letter of 7 December 2011

RUMA, of which RABDF is a member, has sent the following response to the Save Our Antibiotics Alliance’s open letter: .. More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying, Consultations
13 Dec 2011


RABDF Prince Philip Award goes to Dairy Spares

Dairy Spares Ltd was presented with the RABDF Prince Philip Award 2011.. More

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6 Dec 2011
RABDF Prince Philip Award goes to Dairy Spares


The Prince’s Rural Action Programme Supports Dairy Sector

A new initiative to support the British dairy sector has been launched today by The Prince’s Rural Action Programme, a Business in the Community (BITC) campaign... More

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23 Nov 2011
The Prince’s Rural Action Programme Supports Dairy Sector


Livestock launched - Dairy Event and Livestock Show rebranded and rescheduled

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers is rebranding and rescheduling the Dairy Event and Livestock Show. The annual two day specialist business to business event staged at The NEC, Birmingham will be called Livestock Incorporating Dairy Event... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
18 Nov 2011
Livestock launched - Dairy Event and Livestock Show rebranded and rescheduled


RABDF Farm Health Management Awards 2011

Nathan Rhys Williams, a student studying at the University of Liverpool School of Veterinary Science, and Sarah Anne Moore, an FdSc Agriculture student at Duchy College have each received the RABDF Farm Health Management Award sponsored by Metacam... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
12 Sep 2011
RABDF Farm Health Management Awards 2011


RABDF Livestock Machinery and Equipment Award made to Dairy Spares

Dairy Spares received the RABDF Livestock Machinery and Equipment Award made to the product that showed the most economic value to the livestock sector was presented to Horn’Up Farm Rechargeable Dehorner... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
9 Sep 2011
RABDF Livestock Machinery and Equipment Award made to Dairy Spares


RABDF Prince Philip Award made to Dairy Spares

Dairy Spares are the winners of the RABDF Prince Philip Award for the most practical, relevant and best presented technical stand holder exhibit at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
9 Sep 2011
RABDF Prince Philip Award made to Dairy Spares


The Dairy Event and Livestock Show: Building success at The NEC

The Dairy Event and Livestock Show staged at The NEC this week built on the huge success of its inaugural event at the venue held in 2010... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
9 Sep 2011
The Dairy Event and Livestock Show: Building success at The NEC


Third Time Lucky For Dorset Holstein Herd

Tom King and family from Vortex Holsteins, Martinstown, Dorchester, Dorset.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
7 Sep 2011
Third Time Lucky For Dorset Holstein Herd


Agriculture Minister to open the Dairy Event and Livestock Show

Agriculture Minister, Jim Paice MP will officially open the Dairy Event and Livestock Show on Tuesday 6 September, the first day of the two day event to be staged The NEC, Birmingham by its organiser, the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
30 Aug 2011
Agriculture Minister to open the Dairy Event and Livestock Show


Farm Health Planning at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show Farmers and vets team up to address common issues on platform

Farmers and their vets will be teaming up to address some of the most common issues found among dairy and beef herds at the new look Farm Health Planning seminars to be staged at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show by its organiser the RABDF.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
22 Aug 2011
Farm Health Planning at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show Farmers and vets team up to address common issues on platform


New RABDF Business Debates at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show

A new series of business debates focusing on some of the hottest topics and relevant issues impacting on farming businesses within the livestock sector will be staged at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show held at The NEC, Birmingham on 6 & 7 September.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
22 Aug 2011
New RABDF Business Debates at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show


New Smithfield – new commercial beef feature

New Smithfield, a major new feature designed to help all suckler producers and beef finishers improve their enterprise margins will be staged at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show held at The NEC, Birmingham on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 September... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
15 Aug 2011
New Smithfield – new commercial beef feature


Feed Science Forums at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show 2011

A series of Feed Science Forums designed to offer practical science based advice to all farmers as well as consultants and feed advisors will be held at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show to be staged at The NEC, Birmingham on 6 and 7 September... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
8 Aug 2011
Feed Science Forums at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show 2011


Six Top Herds Go For Gold

This year’s NMR/RABDF Gold Cup will be strongly contested. Six top herds are in the final round, having achieved the qualifying criteria from a pool of all milk recorded herds in Britain, and then capturing the judges’ eye with their dairy business... More

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4 Aug 2011
Six Top Herds Go For Gold


Efra report on future of the dairy industry fails to deliver - RABDF

The RABDF has criticised the Efra committee report into future of the dairy industry saying it is yet another document to be confined to the shelves having failed to identify any real new solutions to redress UK famers’ problems... More

This article appears in the following categories: Consultations
1 Aug 2011


RABDF cautions Defra’s badger cull consultation

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed Defra secretary, Caroline Spelman’s announcement this week for an intended licenced badger cull in England as part of a controlled plan to eradicate bovine TB... More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying
20 Jul 2011


Latest milking equipment at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show

The latest milking machine systems and equipment will be featured by the world’s leading manufacturers at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show, the UK’s largest livestock business event to be staged on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 September, at The NEC.. More

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13 Jul 2011
Latest milking equipment at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show


RABDF NMR Gold Cup Open Day 2011

More than 750 visitors attended our annual RABDF NMR Gold Cup open day .. More

This article appears in the following categories: Consultations
8 Jul 2011


National All Breeds Show schedules out

Entry forms are out this week for the National All Breeds Show (NABS) offering the biggest ever prize money, an expanded format and new location - the Dairy Event and Livestock Show, to be staged at The NEC, Birmingham on 6th and 7th September.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
5 Jul 2011
National All Breeds Show schedules out


170 attended RABDF/BGS/ Dairyco Farm Walk

170 visitors attended farm walk in Yorkshire.. More

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11 May 2011


Superherds - Yes or No? Comments from David Cotton, RABDF Chairman

David Cotton, RABDF Chairman comments on large scale dairy herds at the Superherds conference arranged by the the Royal Bath and West Society... More

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27 Apr 2011


RABDF welcomes new Animal Health and Welfare Board

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmer has welcomed Defra minister Jim Paice’s announcement today, Tuesday 26 April for a new Animal Health and Welfare Board to make direct recommendations to Government Ministers... More

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26 Apr 2011


Record attendance at RABDF/BGS/DairyCo Farm Walk

A total of 260 visitors attended an open day at Duckspool Farm, Wiston, Haverfordwest on Tuesday 12 April, a record number of attendees for a Milking Grass for Profit farm walk jointly organised by RABDF, BGS and DairyCo... More

This article appears in the following categories: Consultations
13 Apr 2011


Dairy Event and Livestock Show stand space record take up

More than 300 stand spaces have already been booked for the 2011 Dairy Event and Livestock Show to be held at The NEC, Birmingham on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 September... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
8 Apr 2011
Dairy Event and Livestock Show stand space record take up


RABDF/Dairy Crest Dairy Student of the Year Award 2011

Richard Young, a final year student at the University of Newcastle is the RABDF/Dairy Crest Dairy Student of the Year... More

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4 Apr 2011
RABDF/Dairy Crest Dairy Student of the Year Award 2011


RABDF Princess Royal Award made to industry influencer

Ian Potter has been presented with the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers’ Princess Royal Award by Her Royal Highness at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday 23 March. The honour was made for his outstanding services to the industry... More

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23 Mar 2011
RABDF Princess Royal Award made to industry influencer


RABDF calls for TB reactor clearance policy review

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has called for government to review its TB reactor clearance policy and introduce a market based solution in the wake of escalating new TB herd incidents reported by Defra during 2010. .. More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying, Consultations
22 Mar 2011


Dairy Event and Livestock Show stand space schedule is released

Stand space schedules for the 2011 Dairy Event and Livestock Show to be held at The NEC, Birmingham on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 September, have been issued this week by the event’s organiser, The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
10 Mar 2011
Dairy Event and Livestock Show stand space schedule is released


RABDF urges RMMB funding supports youngsters

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has proposed that the Residuary Milk Marketing Board’s (RMMB) £176k of assets should be designated towards helping young farmers in England and Wales enter the sector... More

This article appears in the following categories: Consultations
10 Mar 2011


RABDF welcomes FSA plans to reduce dairy hygiene inspections

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed the Food Standard Agency’s announcement this week proposing a consultation on reducing the number of hygiene inspections on dairy farms in England and Wales... More

This article appears in the following categories: Consultations
26 Jan 2011


Dairy Event and Livestock Show introduces NEW SMITHFIELD

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has announced a new major beef feature at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show to be held on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 September at The NEC, Birmingham... More

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14 Jan 2011
Dairy Event and Livestock Show introduces NEW SMITHFIELD


RABDF Dairy Crest launch Dairy Student of the Year 2011

The search is on for the RABDF Dairy Crest Dairy Student of the Year 2011... More

This article appears in the following categories: Consultations
12 Jan 2011


Dairy sector’s R&D and KT up for review – Dairy Science Forum

Dairy scientists are to review future R&D and knowledge transfer requirements within the sector to meet with industry demand as well as growing interest in environment, consumer and animal welfare issues associated with dairy farming... More

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5 Jan 2011


RABDF cautiously welcomes RCS proposals

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has expressed a cautious welcome to the recommendations published by Rosemary Radcliffe’s advisory group on Responsibility and Cost Sharing (RCS) in England... More

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14 Dec 2010


RABDF Prince Philip Award goes to XL Vets

XL Vets was presented with the RABDF Prince Philip Award 2010 by His Royal Highness at Buckingham Palace this week. The honour was made to the company for research and development in the field of dairy farming and the most practical, relevant and best tec.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
3 Dec 2010
RABDF Prince Philip Award goes to XL Vets


Defra Bovine TB Consultation

As we are sure all members are aware there have been considerable developments upon a move to deal once and for all with bovine TB. Defra have issued a very good and thought-provoking consultation which gives an excellent overview of both the background .. More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying, Consultations
30 Nov 2010


RABDF welcomes country of origin labelling for dairy products

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed the British Retail Consortium’s guidelines for supermarkets to introduce country of origin labelling of all dairy products made from British milk... More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying
29 Nov 2010


RABDF makes final call for TB consultation responses

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers is urging all producers to respond to the Coalition Government’s consultation document on a badger cull before the 8 December deadline in England and 17 Decemberto a similar document issued by the Welsh Assem.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Consultations
29 Nov 2010


Dorset farmer wins prize Gator

Dorset farmer and Milk Link Board member Simon Banfield is the delighted owner of a new John Deere XUV 850D 4x4 Gator utility vehicle worth £11,000, after winning the special prize draw organised by the RABDF at this year’s Dairy Event & Livestock Show at.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
19 Nov 2010
Dorset farmer wins prize Gator


National All Breeds Show relocates to the Dairy Event and Livestock Show

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers and Holstein UK have announced that the National All Breeds Show will from 2011 be incorporated in to the Dairy Event and Livestock Show to be held on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 September at The NEC, Birmingha.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
15 Nov 2010
National All Breeds Show relocates to the Dairy Event and Livestock Show


RABDF Farm Health Planning Award 2010

Stacey Douglas, a student studying at the University of Edinburgh’s Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, and Tom Percy, an FdSc Agriculture student at Duchy College have each received the RABDF Farm Health Planning Award sponsored by Ubrolexin, an a.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
4 Oct 2010
RABDF Farm Health Planning Award 2010


RABDF Prince Philip Award made to XL Vets

XL Vets are the winners of the RABDF Prince Philip Award for the most practical, relevant and best presented technical stand holder exhibit at the Dairy Event and Livestock Show staged at The NEC, Birmingham on 7 and 8 September... More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
4 Oct 2010
RABDF Prince Philip Award made to XL Vets


2010 RABDF Livestock Machinery and Equipment Award Winner ADF Milking

ADF win presitigious RABDF Livestock Machinery and Equipment Award 2010 .. More

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21 Sep 2010
2010 RABDF Livestock Machinery and Equipment Award Winner ADF Milking


RABDF welcomes Government’s plan for badger cull

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has wholeheartedly welcomed the Coalition Government’s proposals for a badger cull in England to control TB. “We commend Farm Minister Jim Paice’s announcementthis morning for a consultation which includes fo.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
15 Sep 2010


The Dairy Event and Livestock Show’s resounding success

The Dairy Event and Livestock Show’s relocation to The NEC, Birmingham proved to be a resounding success... More

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9 Sep 2010
The Dairy Event and Livestock Show’s resounding success


NMR/RABDF Gold Cup winner 2010 - Kingspool Holsteins

NMR/RABDF Gold Cup winner 2010 - Kingspool Holsteins.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
7 Sep 2010
NMR/RABDF Gold Cup winner 2010 - Kingspool Holsteins


The International Agri-Technology Centre Ltd

The International Agri-Technology Centre Ltd (IATC) are a government supported organisation dedication to promoting the UK’s agri-food technology expertise internationally and identifying business opportunities for the UK. During the Dairy Event and Live.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
23 Aug 2010
The International Agri-Technology Centre Ltd


EIGHT GO FOR GOLD IN DAIRY INDUSTRY’S TOP AWARD

EIGHT GO FOR GOLD IN DAIRY INDUSTRY’S TOP AWARD.. More
10 Aug 2010
EIGHT GO FOR GOLD IN DAIRY INDUSTRY’S TOP AWARD


Greater controls on imported livestock can help reduce risk of bluetongue

JAB has welcomed the announcement by the European Commission that Great Britain’s bluetongue status will be reclassified from a BTV8 protection zone to a Lower Risk Zone (LRZ) for BTV8. JAB feels that the new classification will go a long way to help keep.. More

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7 Jun 2010
Greater controls on imported livestock can help reduce risk of bluetongue


Award winning Yorkshire dairy herd to host RABDF NMR Gold Cup Open Day

All dairy farmers will have the opportunity to visit one of the UK’s leading herds at a summer open day jointly organised by the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers and National Milk Records .. More

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4 Jun 2010


RABDF supports calls for immediate milk price rises

Strengthening world markets have led the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers to call for processors to pass those improved returns back down the supply chain to enable farm gate investment and subsequently ensure a future supply base. .. More
24 May 2010


RABDF welcomes government decision for badger cull

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has wholeheartedly welcomed the government’s announcement confirming its commitment to implementing a badger cull to control the spread of TB among cattle.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying
21 May 2010


RABDF welcomes new Agriculture Minister

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed the announcement of Jim Paice MP as the new Agriculture Minister.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying
17 May 2010


RABDF calls for new coalition to place TB at top of farming agenda

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has appealed to the new coalition government to give the dairy sector prominence within in its food and agriculture policy agenda, and recommence pre-election discussions on the common ground shared on bovine.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying
12 May 2010


Dairy Event and Livestock Show attracts record exhibitor bookings

The Dairy Event and Livestock Show has attracted a record number of exhibitor bookings and area of stand space to date for its new location, the NEC, Birmingham on Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 September. .. More

This article appears in the following categories: Dairy Event
7 May 2010
Dairy Event and Livestock Show attracts record exhibitor bookings


RABDF Farm Energy Efficiency Award goes to Norfolk farmer

Winner of the inaugural RABDF Farm Energy Efficiency Award sponsored by GEA Farm Technologies is Stephen Temple, of Wighton, Norfolk who was commended for demonstrating the best energy savings on his 95 cow dairy unit. .. More

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3 Mar 2010
RABDF Farm Energy Efficiency Award goes to Norfolk farmer


South west dairy farmer elected RABDF chairman

David Cotton has been elected RABDF chairman succeeding Lyndon Edwards who steps down after three years in office. .. More

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26 Feb 2010
South west dairy farmer elected RABDF chairman


RABDF calls for flat rate payment: EU aid package response

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has called for all producers to receive a share of the £25m EU dairy aid package in response to the government’s consultation on the fund’s allocation.. More

This article appears in the following categories: Consultations
22 Feb 2010


New Principal Sponsor for Dairy Event and Livestock Show

RABDF announces new Dairy Event and Livestock Show principal sponsor.. More

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16 Feb 2010
New Principal Sponsor for Dairy Event and Livestock Show


RABDF mixed reaction to Defra’s draft Animal Health Bill

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed the Secretary of State’s first reading of the draft Animal Health Bill which is set to introduce a new non-departmental public body, the Animal Health Organisation (AHO). .. More

This article appears in the following categories: Lobbying
27 Jan 2010
RABDF mixed reaction to Defra’s draft Animal Health Bill


RABDF welcomes supermarket ombudsman

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed the Government’s surprise announcement, today 13 January, to introduce an ombudsman to enforce the Groceries Supply Code of Practice from next month.. More
13 Jan 2010


RABDF welcomes Environment Agency’s spreading rules relaxation

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed the Environment Agency’s relaxation of it waste spreading regulations enabling slurry and milk to be spread on frozen or snow covered ground and consequently preventing storage tanks from overflo.. More

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12 Jan 2010


RABDF welcomes OFC keynote messages

The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has welcomed support for the industry expressed both by Defra Minister, Hilary Benn and his shadow, Nick Herbert in keynote speeches made today, 5 January, at the Oxford Farming Conference... More

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5 Jan 2010
RABDF welcomes OFC keynote messages

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