The Welsh branch of the National Farmers’ Union (NFU Cymru) has said that it is launching the search for this year’s winner of its Wales Woman Farmer Award.
The competition, now in its 25th year and sponsored by NFU Mutual, aims to celebrate the contributions of women in the Welsh farming industry.
The closing date for competition entries is Monday, May 29, 2023, and the winner will receive £500 and a Welsh Royal Crystal bowl.
Former winner of the award, NFU Cymru deputy president Abi Reader, said the award is there to “champion” the contribute that women make to farming businesses and wider rural life.
“Over the past 25 years we have had a variety of winners, all representing different sectors and parts of the farming industry, and we look forward to receiving applications for the 2023 title and celebrating the 25th anniversary of this great award,” she said.
NFU Cymru and NFU Mutual group secretary Lona Davies said: “For generations women have played a crucial role in Welsh agriculture, from running farm businesses to leading diversification enterprises to increase farm income and NFU Mutual is proud to support this award.
“We hope the award inspires other women in Wales to take centre stage and influence farming in the future.”
The award will be presented to the winner on Thursday, July 27, 2023, on the union’s stand at the Royal Welsh Show.
Competition application forms can be downloaded via the NFU Cymru website.
