This year’s meat industry awards product judging at Harper Adams University concluded on Friday 26th June, with judges commenting that they were really pleased with the high standard, innovation and range of entries.

MM Awards judges 2026

The judging team pictured at the development kitchens located at Harper Adams University.

Publisher of Meat Management magazine Graham Yandell MBE said: “The annual Meat Management Meat Industry Awards are off to a flying start this year with product nominations and voting well up on the same period last year.

“We are seeing an amazing level of participation and interest again and it is always very rewarding to see the diverse range of products that are entered from all parts of the industry, including major players in retail, manufacturing and foodservice.”

Ceremony event progressing well

Organisers have also revealed that ABP are once again to be this year’s sponsors of the main course at the ceremony and dinner in Birmingham on 3rd September. Yandell added: “We are delighted that ABP have agreed to provide the top quality meat for our main course at the Awards dinner this coming September. The beef main course was superb last year and I know that our guests can once again look forward to a very special event and a unique opportunity to network with colleagues.”

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Mike Budd, marketing controller at ABP UK added: “We are very pleased to have the opportunity to showcase our beef at the industry’s main annual awards event. It is always a special date in the meat industry calendar and we are all looking forward to a most enjoyable occasion when we can meet friends and associates.”

Savings for early table bookings

Presented by comedian and TV quiz Chaser Paul Sinha, who is this year’s VIP guest at the awards’ black-tie dinner and ceremony, the occasion will offer guests a unique opportunity to celebrate and relax in style.

Tickets and tables for the September ceremony and dinner are available to book now with an early booking discount offering a substantial saving on table reservations.

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For more information about the annual meat industry awards call 01908 613323. For partner details email Michelle Ingerfield: michelle.i@yandellmedia.com

A big thank you to the 2026 Meat Industry Awards partners:

MM Awards 2026