The National Beef Association’s flagship biannual event, NBA Beef Expo 2026, will take place on Saturday, 30th May 2026 at the UK’s largest town centre livestock market in Melton Mowbray.
This year’s theme, “Beefing Up Food Security,” reflects the event's commitment to showcasing the very best of the UK’s commercial beef sector while addressing the pressing challenges facing our industry. The event will feature:
- National Commercial Cattle Show – with highly competitive classes displaying top-tier UK commercial beef cattle.
- Expert-led seminars and discussions – focusing on strategies to secure a sustainable future for beef production.
- Industry networking opportunities – with farmers, processors, suppliers, and policymakers.
- Our Brand New Health Hub – a one stop shop for all things health and welfare.
- Fresh Burger Competition – an opportunity to showcase the quality British beef on offer in a fun competition.
- Breed Society Showcase - A great display of our breed society cattle, in the busy market. A chance for breed societies to come together and network.