The British Potato Show returns to Harrogate in November

November 15, 2023

This year sees a record amount of trade stands, as the industry prepares to come together again. Emerging out of covid, events are back bigger and better than before, with the industry realising the power and benefits of face-to-face events.

Seminars

BP2023 are thrilled to welcome the seminars back at this years show, presenting visitors with technical talks, along with current industry topics and issues.

Show evolution has continued with crop production exhibits being joined by an ever-expanding range of post farm expertise. So, while growers will be catching up on everything from varieties to sprout suppression, factory staff will be exploring developments as diverse as water treatment, haulage and the very latest in optical sorting and whole crop utilisation.

Visitors to BP2023 will have access to:

•             Scores of Europe’s leading potato companies

•             The latest in potato research & development

•             All types of farm, packing and processing machinery

•             New breakthroughs in production and processing

•             Business news and emerging opportunities

•             Buyers, suppliers and advisers from plough to plate

•             THE way to stay in touch and ahead!

National Potato Industry Awards

Adding an extra layer of prestige to the event, the National Potato Industry Awards will be held at the Old Swan in Harrogate on the first evening of the show, Wednesday 22nd November. These prestigious awards are a celebration of excellence and innovation within the potato industry. We are thrilled to announce the return of the hugely popular guest speaker, Rod Woodward, following his much-lauded appearance at the last awards ceremony. For more information on the awards, please visit www.potatoreview.com/national-potato-industry-awards

With its unique blend of information-sharing, networking, and innovation, BP2023 promises to be an essential event for anyone involved in the British and global Potato Industry.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to immerse yourself in all things potato. Register as a visitor for the British Potato Show 2023 today! For free visitor tickets and to plan your visit click here.

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