We attend a large number of trade shows and events throughout the year, including our very own Soil Association Organic Food Festivals.
We also secure a number of exclusive exhibition opportunities for business licensed with us - contact us on 0117 914 2406 or goorganic@soilassociation.org for details.
NOVEMBER
November 13: The Farming 'F' Factor
Wadebridge Pavillion, Royal Cornwall Showground
A Farmers' advice forum organised by Lloyds TSB about the three Fs - Fuel, Fertiliser and Feed which largely offset the gains from improved returns in some sectors. How can you become more efficient and profitable? Drop by at any time throughout the day to speak one on one with the professionals.
» 01872 264163
November 18-19: Soil Association Annual Conference
British Empire and Commonwealth Museum
This year's conference is focusing on 'UK Food & Renewable Energy – The Plan for Britain'. With Britain's food supplies threatened at more than any other time in recent history, this two-day event will begin to address and attempt to provide some of the solutions towards putting in place secure, resilient systems of food production, based on renewable energy.
» www.soilassociation.org/conference
November 19: AgriScot
The Royal Highland Centre, Ingliston, Edinburgh
Why not come and visit us at this premier agricultural event. No need for tickets, as entry and parking are free! AgriScot is a great event where technical and commercial advice is on offer. The Soil Association is also running a seminar at this event , 12pm in the Upper Hall, Foyer. Are you thinking of going organic? Come along and learn about organic conversion from a farmers point of view, grants that are available as well as marketing opportunities for your products.
» www.agriscot.co.uk
November 20: Thinking of going organic?
Low Luckens and Whiteholme Farms, Organic Resource Centre, Roweltown, Cumbria
For the third year running the Soil Association is holding a series of organic conversion events across the UK.
Designed for farmers and growers considering going organic, these events will provide practical advice and information on the principles of organic farming, converting your farm, marketing opportunities and more.
The cost is £10 (including organic lunch) Secure your place today or find an event near you by calling 0117 9142406 or emailing
» goorganic@soilassociation.org
DECEMBER
December 1-2: Welsh Winter Fair
The Royal Welsh Showground, Builth Wells
Come and see us at the annual Welsh winter agricultural show. Over 1400 entries in livestock competitions and 300 trade stands are expected this year.
» www.rwas.co.uk
December 4: Natural and Organic Cosmetics Masterclass
TBC, London
A masterclass organised by Organic Monitor, to guide companies through the maze of natural & organic cosmetic standards, looking specifically at the technical, formulation and ingredient issues involved. The masterclass will comprise two interactive workshops.
»www.organicmonitor.com
December 9-11: Natural and Organic Cosmetics
Hilton London Docklands, London, UK
Now in its second year running, Natural and Organic Cosmetics offers product development managers, natural and organic ingredients suppliers and marketing staff from cosmetics companies the opportunity to get an insight into consumer ethical and environmental attitudes, ethical production and successful marketing for natural and organic cosmetics. This two and a half day event is filled with top speakers and unmissable networking opportunities for anyone in the industry.
» www.naturalandorganiccosmetics.com
2009 EVENTS
JANUARY
January 6-7: Organic farming: For richer for poorer, for better for worse?
Harper Adams University, Shropshire
A producer conference kindly organised by The Organic Research Centre, will be discussing the changes that the organic sector will face. The conference includes discussions on feed availability, personal experiences as well as technical sessions, credit crunch seminars and farm management.
» www.efrc.com
MARCH
March 15-18 2009: The International Food and Drink Event
Excel London
The UK's largest dedicated food and drink exhibition provides unparalleled opportunities to discover new products, companies, ideas and innovations from the UK and around the world. Special stand deals are available in the Soil Association pavilion exclusively to licensees.
» ww.ife.co.uk/sa
APRIL
April 5-6: Natural and Organic Products Europe
Olympia London
The UK's biggest organic and natural products trade show, incorporating the Soil Association organic business seminars. Discounted stand space is available in the Soil Association organic marketplace exclusively for our licensees with smaller businesses.
»www.naturalproducts.co.uk
MAY
May 13 –15: Balmoral show
Balmoral, Belfast
Come and see us at Northern Ireland's largest, annual agricultural show.
»www.balmoralshow.co.uk
May 21: Beef Expo
Three Counties Showground
Beef Expo 2009 is firmly established as the major technical event for the UK beef industry and attracts thousands of beef producers from all over the country and overseas. This great event is held by the National Beef Association.
»www.beefexpo.co.uk
May 29: UK Beauty Awards
Excel London
The Soil Association are proud partners of the Organic Beauty Product of the Year category at the brand new UK Beauty Awards 2009. The award will be hosted at Clothes Show London on 29 May 2009 and is an exclusive opportunity for Soil Association health and beauty licensees.
» www.ukbeautyawards.com
JUNE
June 4-6: Royal Cornwall show
Wadebridge, Cornwall
Come and visit us on our stand at the annual Cornish agricultural show. We are located in the farmers pavillion, close to the main ring
» www.royalcornwallshow.org
June 10-11: Cereals Event
Heath Farm, Leadenham, Lincolnshire
Cereals 2009 is the leading technical event for the UK arable industry. This show has plenty of working demonstrations, crop plots and arable outlook. Over 20,000 farmers and industry experts are expected to attend.
» www.cerealsevent.co.uk
June 25-28: Royal Highland show
Ingliston, Edinburgh
Visit our stand at the annual Scottish agricultural show, featuring exhibitors from all over Scotland as well as hand picked exhibitors from England, Wales and Europe.
» www.royalhighlandshow.org
 JULY
July 14-16: Great Yorkshire show
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Come and see us at the Yorkshire agricultural show, a celebration of agriculture and country life.
» www.greatyorkshireshow.com
July 20-23: Royal Welsh show
Builth Wells show ground, Powys
The annual Welsh agricultural show brings together the farming industry and rural community in a celebration of the best of British agriculture with a unique and very special 'Welsh' flavour. Come and see us in the Organic Centre Wales marquee.
» www.rwas.co.uk
SEPTEMBER
September TBC: Soil Association organic fortnight - Nationwide
Nationwide
The nationwide celebration of all things organic, designed to increase awareness of living an organic lifestyle. It's the perfect time to capitalise on the success of the organic market, and to spread the message about the benefits of organic production, good for you, good for the planet! Organic events and promotions held nation-wide, including our famous Soil Association Organic Festivals (see below).
» www.soilassociation.org/organicfortnight
September TBC: Soil Association organic food festival - Bristol
Harbourside, Bristol
Europe's largest organic festival kicks off Organic Fortnight and provides hundreds of exhibitors an effective way of reaching organic consumers.<br><br>Many different exhibitor, sampling and sponsorship opportunities are available - but spaces sell out fast. Most exhibitors sell out of stock, so sign up quickly and bring lots of products!
» Soil Association Organic Food Festival
September TBC: Soil Association Scotland's organic food festival - Glasgow
The Old Fruit Market, Glasgow
Scotland's organic food festival is the highlight of the Scotland's organic calendar. Taking place on the final weekend of both Organic Fortnight and Scottish Food Fortnight, so the event benefits from not one, but two major publicity campaigns in the lead up. There are exciting plans for guided walks and cooking demos looking at the history of food in Glasgow.
» www.soilassociationscotland.org/festivalscotland
September 13-15: Beyond Beauty Paris
Porte de Versailles, Paris
Beyond Beauty is at the hub of Europe's beauty market – and is a relatively new addition in the Soil Association's calendar. With a global audience and visitors last year of almost 20,000, who could miss this new generation event.
» www.beyondbeautyparis.com
September 16-17: National Dairy event
Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire
The National dairy event is Europe's leading dairy show, offering farmers, processors, retailers and the supply trade the opportunity to see what is going on in Britain's dairy industry.
» www.dairyevent.co.uk
OCTOBER
October TBC: Lady Eve Lecture
London
A key speaker will be leading will be leading this years discussion.
» www.soilassociation.org/ladyevelecture
October TBC: Organic Producers Conference
The Royal Welsh Showground, Builth Wells
A conference organised by Organic Centre Wales to help farmers make the most of their soils, feed, fertilisers and organic conversion. The conference programme includes workshops, discussions and trade stands.
» www.organic.aber.ac.uk
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