BETA

🤝 Which Supplier Keeps Your Business Moving? 🤝

The search for the Citation Trade Supplier of the Year is officially underway! This award is dedicated to the manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors who go above and beyond to support the equestrian retail sector with quality and high standards.

How to Nominate
Retailers: This is your chance to give credit to the suppliers who make your life easier! Nominate the partner you judge to be the best in the business.
Nomination form>>> bit.ly/3ZNf0FK
Suppliers: Are you proud of the service you provide? Suppliers are also invited to nominate themselves using the official application forms.
Application form>>>bit.ly/4qOeMKs

Shortlisted companies will be tested and evaluated by an independent panel of judges to ensure the winner truly represents excellence in the trade.

The Gala Dinner: The winner will be announced at the glittering BETA Gala Dinner on Sunday, 27th September 2026, at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Join us for a 3-course dinner and live music as we celebrate our industry`s best.

A huge thank you to our sponsor, Citation, for supporting this award and championing excellence in trade supply!

Ready to recognise your top supplier?

🌍 Is Your Business Leading the Way in Global Markets? 🌍

The search is on for the GBH Forwarding Export Award!
This prestigious category celebrates British-based companies that have shown exceptional dedication to growing the presence of UK equestrian products on the world stage.

What the Judges Are Looking For
This award isn`t just about the numbers; it’s about the journey and the strategy behind your global growth. Key factors include:
Growth and Impact: Substantial and sustained increases in export activity relative to the size of your business.
Strategy: The planning and market development work involved in expanding your reach.
Resilience: Your ability to overcome barriers to trade
Longevity: A sustained effort in exporting over at least the last three years.

How to Nominate

Who can enter: This is a self-nominated award for British-based companies exporting products with significant UK content or added value.

Ensure your submission is completed by 29 June 2026.
Entry form>>> bit.ly/4k1739f

Shortlisted companies will be invited to join us at the glittering BETA Gala Dinner on Sunday, 27th September 2026, at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, NEC. It will be an evening of celebration with a three-course dinner and live music to honour the very best in our industry.

A huge thank you to our sponsor, GBH Forwarding, for their support in championing British excellence abroad!

Help us celebrate our commitment to riders` safety!
Nominations are now open for the Safety Equipment Fitter of the Year Award.

This award celebrates the vital work of riding hat and body protector fitters who go the extra mile to achieve a high level of competence and provide outstanding support for their customers.

How to Nominate
For Consumers: If you’ve had a hat or body protector fitted in the last year and received exceptional service, you can nominate the fitter—whether the store is a BETA member or a non-member.
For Retail Shops: Do you have a standout team member? Retailers are also invited to nominate their best in-store fitter.

Make sure your nominations are in by 29 June 2026.

Link for Consumer >>>bit.ly/4pZJeQw
Link to retailers>>> bit.ly/45IHO5L

Winners will be announced at the prestigious BETA Gala Dinner on Sunday, 27th September 2026, at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, NEC. It will be a night of celebration featuring a three-course dinner and a live band.

Head over to the BETA website to find the nomination links and help us reward the professionals who go above and beyond for the equestrian industry.

🏆 Is Your Equine Fitter Simply the Best? 🏆

It is time to recognise the experts who ensure the comfort and performance of our horses! Nominations are now open for the Equine Fitter Award (Saddlery, Bits, and Bridles).

This award, sponsored by the @equinefittersdirectory, aims to honour saddle, bridle, and bit fitters who go the extra mile to provide a high level of competence and support for their customers. At the heart of the BETAs are a commitment to quality and high standards, and this category celebrates those professionals who uphold these values in the field.

Who can nominate? Nominations are made by consumers who have used a fitter’s services within the last year.

Who is eligible? You can nominate any independent or employed fitter, regardless of whether they are a BETA member or a non-member.

Make sure your nomination is submitted by 9 July 2026.
Link to the nomination form in the bio>>>

The award will be presented at the prestigious BETA Gala Dinner on Sunday, 27th September 2026, held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. It promises to be a fantastic evening featuring a three-course dinner and live music.

Help us celebrate the dedicated professionals who keep our horses comfortable and safe. Head to the BETA website to nominate your fitter today!

Every Friday, we share useful tips to help you navigate the world of equine nutrition, but we always emphasise that the best way to get your horse’s diet exactly right is to seek individual, made-to-measure advice.
That is why, every year, we recognise the very best in the business with the ENFAR Nutritional Helpline of the Year award. This accolade is awarded to the company considered to offer true excellence in nutritional advice and service.

At the heart of the BETAs is a commitment to quality and high standards, and this award highlights those who provide expert guidance to ensure the health and well-being of our horses.

If a nutritional helpline has provided you with exceptional support, let us know!
Customers can nominate their favourite helpline via the online nomination form on the BETA website.
A shortlist will be drawn up for final judging, which includes incognito calls to ensure the advice provided is of the highest standard.

Make sure to submit your nomination by 29 June 2026. bit.ly/4pZJyic

The winner will be revealed at the glittering BETA Gala Dinner on Sunday, 27th September 2026, at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, NEC. It will be a fantastic evening featuring a three-course dinner and a live band—the perfect way to celebrate industry excellence.

A huge thank you to our sponsor, ENFAR- Equine Nutritionist and Feed Adviser Register, for their continued support of nutritional standards within the equestrian trade!

Does your go-to helpline deserve recognition? Head to the BETA website and nominate them today!