This prestigious award has been honouring exceptional contributions to the pig industry for over 60 years. Inspired by East Anglian pig farmer David Black, this accolade is awarded to an individual or organisation that has made an outstanding impact on the British pig sector during the course of their work. The award has previously celebrated those from across the industry, including producers, processors, academics and the allied industry.

The David Black Award is judged by an independent panel. The winner is announced at the National Pig Awards, and the award is presented by AHDB. 

Angela Christison, AHDB Pork Strategy Director and chair of the independent judging panel, commented: "The David Black Award has huge historic importance and is as relevant today as over 60 years ago. Excellent nutrition has never been so vital for the health and wellbeing of the nation, and so many are working hard to keep producing, processing and promoting English pig meat.

Celebrating the extraordinary impact of individuals or groups of people that represent the best of our industry is essential at any time, but never more so than in the current climate.”

You can nominate a worthy candidate for the 2024 David Black Award by clicking here and heading to the AHDB website.

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