Farming Monthly National October 2016 | Page 22

| Midlands Machinery Newark Showground looks forward to third Midlands Machinery Show Organisers at Newark Showground are once again looking forward to the Midlands Machinery Show this November as they prepare to host a series of new product launches and technical seminars from hundreds of exhibitors. he two day show will take place on 23 and 24 November. Now in its third year the show is rapidly gaining a reputation for being an intimate event where visitors can see the latest technology launches in the agricultural industry. Organised by the Newark and Nottinghamshire Agricultural Society, the show prides itself on being a platform for small to medium-sized agricultural businesses to showcase their diverse range of machinery and innovation to those who work and have an interest in agriculture. George Taylor, show manager, said: “After launching the show two years ago, we are pleased to now be entering our third year and showcasing some of the newest and best machinery for modern farming methods. “The event is increasingly attracting thousands of visitors from across the country. We’ve had a tremendous amount of positive feedback about the show and we pride ourselves on our ability to attract the big name brands in the agricultural industry while also maintaining that important sense of intimacy.” As well as attracting around 300 exhibitors, T 22 | Farming Monthly | October 2016 the Midlands Machinery Show holds seminars on a number of topics ranging from renewable water and its use in farming, the impact of climate change on the industry and also free legal advice for businesses. George added: “Due to last year’s popularity we will run another programme of technical seminars run by industry experts throughout the duration of the show. Visit our website to keep on top of all the opportunities at the show.” Gavin Pell, the Managing Director of one of the shows regular exhibitors Chandlers Ltd said: “We were very pleased to see the excellent turn-out of the local farmers supporting the growing Midlands Machinery Show. The organisers created a good layout, at a sensible time of year, and it has been enthusiastically embraced by the farmers who want to be able to speak with the local dealers and manufacturers’ personnel - which is not possible at the larger national shows. “We are really looking forward to exhibiting at the 3rd running of the show this autumn.” Indoor and outdoor exhibition space is now available to book and organisers are encouraging exhibitors to secure their place early to avoid disappointment. Visitor entry and parking is free. Exhibitor space will remain available until the close of booking for the catalogue on 31 October 2016. For more exhibitor information, to book space or find out more about sponsorship opportunities, please email [email protected] or visit www.midlandsmachineryshow.com For regular show updates please follow the show on Twitter @Midsmachinery16 or join the conversation at #MMS2016 www.farmingmonthly.co.uk