NFU Cymru and Wynnstay Group Plc are calling for nominations for the Sustainable Agriculture Award, recognising farmers going the extra mile for the environment and their local community.

The award, sponsored by Wynnstay, heralds the unparalleled contribution Welsh farming enterprises make to the economic, environmental, social and cultural well-being of Wales.

The award will be made 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 Monday, September 5.

NFU Cymru president Aled Jones said: “The NFU Cymru / Wynnstay Group PLC Sustainable Agriculture Award champions the crucial role Welsh farms play in protecting, maintaining and enhancing the farmed environment, while also being key drivers of our rural economy and lynchpins at the very heart of our rural communities.

“I’d encourage anyone who knows a shining example of a sustainable farming business in Wales to put forward their nomination for this important award.”

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.

Nomination forms are available for download from the NFU Cymru website. Alternatively, please contact the NFU Cymru office on 01982 554200 or email nfu.cymru@nfu.org.uk

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 in the autumn.