1982 — The Beginning

LAMMA is Born

LAMMA — the Lincolnshire Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers Association — began as a small agricultural machinery show dedicated to local manufacturers from the county.

The show launched at Lincolnshire Show Ground, and made a small profit from the outset, encouraging its organisers to establish it as an annual fixture.

50 Exhibitors
~2,500 Visitors
1997 — Growing Up

The Move to Newark

As the show grew, LAMMA moved to Newark Showground, where it remained for 18 years, building its reputation as a fixture on the agricultural calendar.

2015 — Continued Growth

East of England Showground

LAMMA relocated once again, this time to the East of England Showground at Peterborough, where it continued to run until 2019.

2019 — New Beginnings

The Move to the NEC

The show moved to the NEC to provide more space and better facilities — a decision led by exhibitor and visitor demand for a more comfortable, practical experience. Exhibitors and visitors alike embraced the warm, weather-free environment.

2021 — A New Owner

Acquired by Agriconnect

Following the acquisition of LAMMA and Farmers Guardian from AgriBriefing (formerly Briefing Media) by Agriconnect, the show found a new home at the NEC Birmingham, where it is held annually today — a national institution bringing together farmers, manufacturers, innovators and policymakers for two days of discovery, networking and business.

2026 — Onwards and Upwards

A Landmark Year

Over four decades, LAMMA evolved into the country's largest and most influential exhibition for agricultural machinery, technology and equipment innovation. Its co-location with CropTec and Low Carbon Agriculture transformed the event into a true one-stop-shop for agriculture.

The success of this strategy was evident at LAMMA 2026, a landmark year for the show, achieving the highest attendance in its 44-year history.

45,000+ Attendees
800+ Exhibitors
44 Years Running
2027 — Looking Ahead

The Next Chapter

LAMMA 2027 (20–21 January) is set to build on this legacy. At its core, LAMMA continues to exist to connect the farming community with the very latest in agricultural technology and advancement — from major global brands unveiling flagship machinery to niche manufacturers introducing specialist solutions.

It is widely regarded as the essential British destination to see exclusive launches, UK debuts and the full breadth of modern farming technology, all under one roof.

TAKE A DEEP DIVE THROUGH THE HISTORY OF LAMMA

From its roots as a small regional machinery exhibition in 1982 to becoming the UK’s leading agricultural machinery and technology event, LAMMA has spent more than four decades evolving alongside the farming industry. Explore the milestones, innovations and defining moments that have shaped the show into the national platform it is today.


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Founded by Four

RM

Roland Marshall

A machinery lecturer at Riseholme College and an established agricultural journalist.

BB

Bob Barber

Head of machinery at Caythorpe College.

RL

Ray Larrington

A muck spreader and trailer manufacturer from Boston, Lincolnshire.

GB

Geoff Bottom

Sales director of Witham Oil and Grease in Lincoln.

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20–21 January 2027. Register your interest to attend, or enquire about exhibiting alongside 800+ of agriculture’s leading brands.