Ages: All
When: Tasting and Prizegiving Thursday 23rd October 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Where: Corporate Marquee
Fees: Free Entry
Prizes: Best of the Bay Beef
- Most points on hoof
- Most points on hoof
- Most points on eating quality
- Overall Supreme Winner
- 1st = $1000, 2nd = $600, 3rd = $400
Export lamb
- Best pen of three on hoof - 1st on Hoof = $100
- Best pen of three on hook - 1st on Hook = $100
- Champion combined Hoof & Hook = $150,
- Overall Supreme Champion Carcass = $300
Trophies: Best of the Bay Beef Overall Supreme Winner - Guardian Trust Cup
Each entrant will receive a complimentary ticket to attend the HB A&P Show.
Calling all farmers! AFFCO and the HB A&P Society welcomes farmers of all ages and stages to enter Best of the Bay Beef and Export Lamb Competitions to be in to win.
AFFCO Best of the Bay Beef Competition - Showcase your best cattle on Hoof, Hook and Meat, and prepare for an unparalleled experience! This unique event celebrates every stage of beef production, from the finest livestock to expertly butchered cuts and the ultimate gourmet creations.
1. On the Hoof - Live Animal is judged at AFFCO plant by an AFFCO Livestock Buyer.
2. On the Hook – the slaughtered animal is judged at it’s slaughter site using AUS Meat Grading criteria.
3. On Plate – a prime cut of the top 10 slaughtered animals are cooked and judged for eating quality, by three judges consisting of a high profile chef, a consumer representative and a beef processing industry professional.
Attendees are invited to indulge in the culinary showdown where top chefs and grill masters share mouth-watering beef slices that will tantalize your taste buds. This event is a must for anyone passionate about the journey from farm to table.
AFFCO Export Lamb Competition - Showcase your finest livestock in a contest that celebrates excellence in lamb production. Compete for top honors in categories including Best Pen of Three on Hoof, Best Pen of Three on Hook, Combined Hoof & Hook, and the esteemed Overall Supreme Carcass.
Class Entry Options
NEW SEASON LAMB (under 6 months of age), 16.0-22.9kg HCW, 4-15mm GR, (Targets: 17-19kg HCW, 8-10mm GR)
OLD SEASON LAMB (over 6 months of age), 18.0-26.9kg HCW, 4-15mm GR, (Targets: 20-22kg HCW, 8-10mm GR)
This is your chance to demonstrate your dedication and expertise, gain recognition in the industry, and vie for valuable prizes. Don’t miss this opportunity to put your best lambs forward and compete against the best in the business.
Join us and be part of an event that honors the hard work and skill of farmers like you!
You can register online from 1st August.
Best of the Bay Beef Entries close on the 29th of September 2025 with on the Hoof and on the Hook Judging to be confirmed. AFFCO will be in touch direclty with entrants.
Export Lamb Entries close on the 14th of October 2025 with on the Hoof Judging 20th of October 2025 and on the Hook Judging 21st of October.
All details will be available on registration. For more information contact entries@hbap.co.nz
2025 AFFCO Best of the Bay Beef Competition Results
On Hoof
1st - Gray Bros
2nd - PF & HS Sturt
3rd - Crawshaw Farming
On Hook
1st - Heretaunga Views
2nd - W & T Wilson
3rd - Heretaunga Views
Taste Test
1st - Heretaunga Views
2nd - Crawshaw Farming
3rd - Crawshaw Farming
Overall Winners
1st - Heretaunga Views - 76.8 Points
2nd - Heretaunga Views - 72.7 Points
3rd - Crawshaw Farming - 70.8 Points
2025 AFFCO Export Lamb Competition Results
New Season Lamb (pen of 3) On Hoof
1st - Marua Farming
2nd - Marua Farming
3rd - Ardlussa Farms
New Season Lamb (pen of 3) On Hook
1st - Marua Farming
2nd - Ardlussa Farms
3rd - Ardlussa Farms
Combine Hoof & Hook
1st - Marua Farming
2nd - Ardlussa Farms
3rd - Ardlussa Farms
Old Season Lamb (pen of 3) On Hoof
1st - Cottrell Contracting
2nd - Baird Childrens Trust
3rd - Ardlussa Farms
Old Season Lamb (pen of 3) On Hook
1st - W & AB Wallace
2nd - Crawshaw Farming
3rd - WJ Feetham
Combine Hoof & Hook
1st - W & AB Wallace
2nd - Crawshaw Farming
3rd - WJ Feetham
Champion Lamb
On Hoof - Marua Farming
On Hook - Marua Farming
Supreme Champion Lamb
Marua Farming