TheFarmers Weekly
Awardshave become a symbol of the innovation
and commitment of British farmers. Now in their fifth year, the
Awards have recognised nearly 150 finalists and winners for their
achievements, innovation and hard work.The 45 finalists have been announced and you can see the
details by clicking on the map below or on the
'Meet the Finalists' page.
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Meet the Farmers Weekly Awards Finalists 2009 in a larger
mapFarmers Weekly together with its industry
sponsors,
which span the whole of the food chain, want British farmers to get
the recognition they deserve. These awards aim to showcase the best
farmers in the country. And by telling their stories we can spread
best practice, inspire others and influence the public about the
role that farmers play in today’s society. The names of the winners
will be revealed at the Awards Night on Thursday 8 October in the
London Grosvenor House Hotel.
Profiles of the 2009 shortlisted
farmers
Profiles of the shortlisted farmers will be
uploaded as they are announced.
Arable Adviser of the Year (sponsored byFirestone)
Arable Farmer of the Year (sponsored byGrowHow
)
Beef Farmer of the Year (sponsored byMcDonald's
)
Contractor of the Year (sponsored byJCB)
Countryside Farmer of the Year (sponsored byNatural England
)
Dairy Farmer of the Year (sponsored byDairyCo
)
Diversification Farmer of the Year (sponsored
byJames Miles-Hobbs
)
Farm Manager of the Year (sponsored byClaas)
Green Energy Farmer of the Year (sponsored byBritish Sugar)
Livestock Adviser of the Year (sponsored bySilotite
)
Local Food Farmer of the Year (sponsored byAsda
)
Pig Farmer of The Year (sponsored byWaitrose
)
Poultry Farmer of the Year (sponsored byEB Equipment
)
Sheep Farmer of the Year
Young Farmer of the Year (sponsored by
Massey Ferguson)
Farming Champion (sponsored by theNFU
)
See all the action from last
year