The award seeks to champion outstanding examples of sustainable farming in Wales
NFU Cymru and sponsors Wynnstay Group PLC have once again opened applications for the Sustainable Agriculture Award to recognise the unparalleled contribution Welsh farming enterprises make to the economic, environmental, social and cultural well-being of Wales.
Now in its fourth year, the award seeks to champion outstanding examples of sustainable farmers and/or farming businesses in Wales, NFU Cymru said.
The NFU Cymru / Wynnstay Group PLC Sustainable Agriculture Award will be awarded to the farm or farmer who, in the round, can:
- Demonstrate a commitment to the production of high-quality food to world leading standards;
- Demonstrate their positive contribution to protecting, maintaining and enhancing the quality of the farmed environment;
- Demonstrate their involvement and contribution to the rural economy, rural community and Welsh culture.
The winner of the award will receive £500 and a commemorative accolade. The closing date for entries is 6 September 2024.
NFU Cymru President Aled Jones said: “Welsh farmers make an unparalleled contribution to the economic, environmental, social and cultural well-being of Wales.
”Alongside producing high quality food to world leading standards, farmers manage over 80 per cent of the land area of Wales playing a crucial role protecting, maintaining and enhancing the farmed environment.”
Nominations are invited from farms and/or farmers throughout Wales. Farmers are invited to nominate themselves or they can be nominated by friends, relatives or organisations.
Visit the NFU Cymru website to complete an application form.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at their farm by the judging panel during September and October and the winner will be announced at the NFU Cymru Conference on 7 November 2024.
