WHAT WILL “NOVEMBERFEST” BRING TO SEMBERIJA?

The 10th Semberija Meat Fair will take place on 14 and 15 November at the premises of the Globus company in Dvorovi, near Bijeljina, bringing together more than 70 exhibitors. For the first time, the event will also feature “Novemberfest”, offering a rich gastronomic selection and live music.

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The fair will be open to visitors from 9 AM to 6 PM on both days, bringing together local producers, representatives of the meat industry, equipment suppliers and enthusiasts of traditional meat products.

TRADITIONAL PRODUCTS AND MODERN PROCESSING EQUIPMENT

The event is organised by Globus TIM in cooperation with the ZP Komerc meat industry. First held in 2016, the fair was established to promote traditional methods of meat processing and the preparation of winter preserves. Over the years, it has developed into an important gathering for producers and businesses in the sector.

Visitors will have the opportunity to taste and purchase various types of meat and meat products, discover the offerings of local producers and explore modern equipment designed for butchers, catering businesses and the food industry.

Presentations of equipment and different stages of meat processing are also planned, along with awards recognising selected participants, including long-standing exhibitors.

Milenko Zupur, owner of the Globus company, said that exhibitor interest is higher this year than in previous editions. He emphasised that the fair is particularly important for smaller producers, giving them an opportunity to showcase traditional products and connect directly with customers ahead of the winter food-preservation season.

The organisers aim to attract even more exhibitors and visitors from across the region in the coming years, while encouraging greater involvement from local authorities and tourism organisations.

NOVEMBERFEST: FOOD, BEER AND LIVE MUSIC

This year's edition introduces a new attraction – “Novemberfest”, which will take place on both days in a specially arranged tent inspired by traditional German festivals.

Visitors can look forward to beer, barbecue, sausages and Bavarian specialities, accompanied by live music and performances by tamburitza musicians.

The Novemberfest programme will begin at 11 AM on both days and continue late into the night, providing an additional reason to visit Dvorovi and Bijeljina during the November weekend.

By combining traditional local products, business presentations and a festive atmosphere, the anniversary edition of the Semberija Meat Fair aims to attract even more visitors and further promote the gastronomic offer of the Semberija region.