Press Release: University wins silverware at Royal Berkshire Show

Author
Alison Hilton
Published Date
September 18, 2012

University staff with one of the Berkshire Show awards

Interactive exhibits, home-grown food and fun activities helped the University of Reading to win two top prizes at the Royal Berkshire Show 2012.

The University’s display won first prize in the best large trade stand and the best local trade stand categories at this year’s show, which ran over the weekend of 15th and 16th September. The display showcased the University’s leading role in teaching and research in agriculture, food science and rural heritage.

Read more on the University of Reading website.

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