Our prestigious awards celebrate the achievements of people like you working hard in our industries.
Every year we ask for nominations in our hunt for the most inspirational people working in the environmental and land-based industries in Wales.
There are five awards in total:
- Young Land-based Learner of the Year (under 26)
- Lifelong Land-based Learner of the Year (age 26 +)
There will be a Young Land-based Learner and Lifelong Learner in the following two categories:
- Agriculture, aquaculture, fisheries management, land-based engineering, trees and timber and fencing
- Animal care, animal technology, equine, farriery, veterinary activities, game and wildlife management, environmental conservation, production horticulture, horticulture, landscaping and sports turf and floristry
- A Farming Connect Learner of the Year Award (age 16 plus) for those who have accessed Farming Connect since July 2008.
Download full criteria and process.
The Land-Based Learner of the Year Awards took place on the 28th November 2011. They celebrated learners from all walks of life who have made outstanding progress in their chosen field.
The ceremony was presided over by Alun Davies AM who is the Deputy Minister for Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and European Programmes.
The winners for 2010 were:
1A Young Learner of the Year Land Management and Production
Jack Bottoms - More information
1B Lifelong Learner of the Year Land Management and Production
Lisa Williams - More information
2A Young Learner of the Year Animal Health and Welfare, Horticulture and Environmental Industries
Katherine Touch - More information
2B Lifelong Learner of the Year Animal Health and Welfare, Horticulture and Environmental Industries
Louise Kirby - More information
Farming Connect Learner of the Year
Rebecca O' Dwyer - More information
Congratulations to everyone who took part!
You could support your industry and help your business by sponsoring the awards.
We have a number of fantastic sponsorship packages to suit all sorts of businesses. As a sponsor you could get more recognition for your business, increase your competitive edge and improve your reputation by showing you support hard workers in your industry.
This year’s sponsors were:
- Welsh Assembly Government
- Farming Connect
- DCELLS
- Countryside Council for Wales
- Farmers Union of Wales
- National Farmers Union (NFU) Cymru.
To sponsor next years awards call 01982 552646 or email us.
Do you know anyone who deserves recognition? Why not recommend them for an award.
It’s simple. Anyone can make nominations – employers, sole traders, training providers and colleges – in any of the three categories. All you need to do is download the entry form and return to us at the address provided.
All nominations will be assessed by a panel of experts and winners are announced during an awards ceremony at the Winter Fair.
Nominations for this years awards are now open but will close on September 30th 2011.
Click here to downlaod a nomination form.