British Potato Industry Award nominations now open!

The awards celebrates the recognition of those who have contributed a significant service to the industry
The awards celebrates the recognition of those who have contributed a significant service to the industry

Nominations for the coveted ‘British Potato Industry Award’ and ‘AHDB Above and Beyond Award’ are now open.

The British Potato Industry Awards celebrates the recognition of those who have contributed a significant service to the industry over a considerable period-of-time.

The AHDB Above and Beyond award is presented to an exceptional performer or to an individual who has made a significant achievement over the last five years.

The Chair of AHDB Potatoes opened nominations in June praising the passionate and dedicated individuals in the sector.

Sophie Churchill OBE, said: “In my first months as Chair of AHDB Potatoes I have been struck by the skill and enthusiasm of those in our industry, growers and everyone in the supply and processing chain, to ensure we have a quality product meeting future market needs.

“The potato sector is a leader in UK agriculture and this is your chance to highlight individuals and show appreciation for their hard work.”

Forming part of the prestigious BP2017, a biennial industry event held in Harrogate, Yorkshire on 22-23 November, the awards will be presented at a drinks reception on the evening of Wednesday 22 November at the AHDB stand.

Nominations for both awards are simple and can be submitted via the AHDB Potatoes website potatoes.ahdb.org.uk/awards.

The closing date for submissions is Monday 16 October 2017.