RURAL businesses in Pembrokeshire could be in the running for a valuable award.

Do you farm in your own right or provide a service to the agricultural sector? Maybe you run a cake making business, electrical or plumbing services, crafts, music teaching or food processing. If so, the Pembrokeshire branch of the Farmers’ Union of Wales wants to hear from you.

The branch is once again seeking entries for the Pembrokeshire FUW Countryside Business Award, which will be presented to an individual aged 40 or under who has developed their own business based in rural Pembrokeshire.

“There are a host of fantastic businesses in rural Pembrokeshire who all do a great job in keeping the wheel of our rural economy turning. With the award we want to recognise the fantastic work our young people are doing to keep the rural areas of Pembrokeshire vibrant and economically active places,” said FUW Pembrokeshire CEO Rebecca Voyle.

To be eligible for the award the individual must be 40 or under on January 1, 2017, and be actively involved in a business based in rural Pembrokeshire. A £200 cash prize, perpetual trophy and a year’s free union membership will be awarded to the winner.

“I am really looking forward to receive entries for this award, so if you think your business stands out from the crowd or you know someone who runs a top rural business then get in touch with us to put them forward. But please check with them before sending in the nomination that they are happy for you to do so,” added Rebecca.

Entry forms are available from the FUW office in Pembrokeshire, so either call on 01437 762 913, or send an e-mail to pembrokeshire@fuw.org.uk to request your form. The deadline for entries is Friday, September 15.