A record number of entries were recorded in the 2026 Long Term Farm Stored fruit competition, with 46 samples submitted by 12 exhibitors, including two new stores and entrants from outside Kent. The competition, judged at AGA in Horsmonden on 26 February 2026, continues to provide valuable insight into fruit performance in storage, with this […]

The Marden Fruit Show Society, registered charity and organisers of the National Fruit Show, held its Annual General Meeting on 24 March 2026 at the Mumford Building, NIAB, East Malling, ME19 6BJ. Held jointly with British Apples and Pears, the AGM reviewed a successful 2025 Show, highlighted continued growth in entries and attendance, and outlined […]

The National Fruit Show has once again proved its strength as the leading event for the British fruit industry, with the 92nd show held on Wednesday 5 November at the Kent Showground drawing an excellent number of exhibitors, visitors and competitors. Since moving to the one-day format, the show has blossomed, attracting more exhibitors made […]

Following the AGM, Caroline Ashdown provided valuable insights from this year’s Long Term Farm Stored fruit competition which was judged at AGA, Horsmonden on Wednesday 5 March 2025. From 10 entries in this year’s Gala class, the winning sample scored an impressive 99.75 points. Consistent quality was noted across entries, though minor issues included slight […]

The organisers of the National Fruit Show, the Marden Fruit Show Society, held its AGM on Wednesday, 2nd April 2025, jointly with British Apples and Pears (BAPL), at the Mumford Building, NIAB, East Malling. Speaking via video from New Zealand, President Catherine Paice extended a warm welcome to attendees at the AGM, highlighting the resilience […]

The National Fruit Show celebrated its 91st year at the Kent County Showground on Wednesday 6 November 2024. The show was opened by Tom Bradshaw, President of the National Farmers Union, who gave a keynote speech and toured the show, meeting with fruit growers and industry leaders. The National Fruit Show is organised by growers, […]

NATIONAL FRUIT SHOW 2023 – PRIZEWINNERS TOP FRUIT Name Bardsley Horticulture Ltd 1 Alfred Shread Cup for Bramley in Class 1 2 The Twyman Prize for Bramley presented by Agrii 3 Squire Salver for Bramley in Class 2 4 The Avalon Fresh Ltd Prize for Bramley 72 Podger Norton Trophy for the Best Exhibit of […]

The global leader in bio-analysis, food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing, and research services, will be exhibiting at this year’s National Fruit Show. Thanks to their unwavering commitment to advocating for best practice, the team from Eurofins Food & Water Testing UK will be on hand at stand T9 to share their expertise within […]

Start planning your visit to this year’s show with details of all of the events over the two days including speaker programme and read our insightful industry articles. Over 80 exhibitors under one roof and 19 new to the show. Don’t forget to register for your free ticket. Download your free copy here.