The Grand Prix sponsored by IFF aims to identify a consistent producer of finest quality mature cheddar cheese. One qualifying class will be held at each of the following shows:
British Cheese Awards 20th–24 March
Devon County show 16th–18th May
Royal Cheshire show 18th–19th June
Royal Highland show 20th–23rd June
International Cheese 27th–29th June and Dairy Awards (ICDA)
Great Yorkshire 9th–12th July
Royal Welsh 22nd–25th July
Mid-Somerset 18th August
Global Cheese Awards 12th September
The IFF Grand Prix Trophy is awarded to the dairy which accrues the most points throughout the summer season with the winner being announced at the Global Cheese Awards in September. Open to all cheese makers in the UK with free entry to all cheese makers at each show.