The Chairman's Statement

Thanks to the tremendous support from cheese producers, distributors and retailers, plus of course the public, 2011 saw the biggest and best event in the show's history. With a record number of competition entries and classes, a huge 70,000sq ft marquee, over 70 trade stands and outstanding support from our sponsors, it's going to be a real challenge to beat that achievement this year.

The Awards are a great opportunity for producers to get feedback from retailers and consumers and as an industry we need to work together with retailers to promote the awards and winners to the consumer.

My aim for 2012 is to make the International Cheese Awards nationally and internationally recognised by consumers.

Richard Paul
International Cheese Awards Chairman