The Farmers Mart Autumn 2017 - Issue 52 | Page 46

Midlands Machinery Show Midlands Machinery Show On target for another great success Interest in the Midlands Machinery Show continues to grow and in just three years the number of exhibitors at this popular B2B event has grown to more than 250 stands. » » ADRIAN JOHNSTON, EVENT ORIGINATOR and CEO of Newark & Nottinghamshire Agricultural Society said: “Our flat, well-drained venue, combined with excellent value and our extensive suite of halls, mean that we are in a fantastic position to host the show. There is a great range of equipment for all to come and see. The time of year is right and we go that extra mile to ensure that our loyal exhibitors are looked after to the best of our ability.” With top names such as Chafer Sprayers, Sukup Europe, as well as local dealers and agricultural machinery manufacturers such as Claydon Drills, Flach and LeRoy, Woldmarsh, Mecmar Group, PA Bristow, Andrew Guest, Chandlers, Spaldings and RC Setchfield; the show is committed to remain close to its core focus on agricultural machinery. Rainthorpe of Grantham works closely with the Show team in the run up to the event to ensure scheduled expert off-loading. The friendly atmosphere at the event is appreciated by all who visit and the quality of the attendees is one of the main reasons 46 Autumn 2017 www.farmers-mart.co.uk why traders return. Show Manager, George Taylor, adds: “Many exhibitors comment on a high level of enquiries translating into sales and prospective buyers appreciate the opportunity to talk to a variety of dealers on a one-to-one basis and see products in action which give them the confidence to commit financially.” For anyone looking to upgrade their 4 x 4 in the near future, there is an opportunity to test drive a selection of new vehicles on a specifically designed off-road course, courtesy of Trenton, Stoneacre, Listers, Nunns, Duckworth and Hatfields dealerships and sponsored by Woldmarsh, The Farmers Buying Group. Three technical seminars are repeated daily in the Lady Eastwood Centre with H L Hutchinsons Ltd running two: one focussed on actively managing soil resources and the other discussing how new technology is influencing working practices to increase productivity, efficiency and profitability on the farm. Further details and timetable are available at www.midlandsmachineryshow. com Sponsorship opportunities are still available - interested parties should call George Taylor or Una-Marie Palin on 01636 705796. Accommodation can be booked through official travel partner Field Farm Tours; www.fieldfarmtours.co.uk or call 01636 616051. Entry and parking are free. All exhibitors and visitors will receive a complimentary catalogue. The show starts at 8am on Newark Showground and for further detail and how to register as a trader visit www.midlandsmachineryshow.com or call 01636 705796.