Time is running out for entries for the revamped Pembrokeshire Farmers' Union of Wales-Young Farmers Club Countryside Business Award recently launched by natural resources and food minister Alun Davies.
The award is for an individual 40 years of age or under who has developed their own rural-based business and who is or has been actively involved with Pembrokeshire YFC either as a member, past member, club leader or trainer.
Entries must be submitted to the FUW Pembrokeshire county office at 3 North Street, Haverfordwest, by 5pm on Wednesday July 10. Entry forms can be obtained from the office by phoning 01437 762 913.
FUW Pembrokeshire county executive officer Rebecca Voyle said: "We are looking for entries from a wide range of people including those who are farming in their own right.
"Entrants must be providing a service to the agricultural sector or people who have started a rural-based business such as cake making, electrical services, crafts or music teaching. The list is endless.
"By presenting this award we hope to highlight the fantastic work which young people are doing to keep the rural areas of Pembrokeshire vibrant and economically active places."
To be eligible for the award the individual must be:
- 40 years of age or under on January 1 2013;
- Actively involved in a rural-business based in Pembrokeshire;
- Have a link with Pembrokeshire YFC either as a member, past member, club leader or trainer.
A cash prize, perpetual trophy and a year's free membership with the FUW will be presented to the winner during the Pembrokeshire county show (August 13-15).
"Those nominating someone for the award must obtain their consent before their name is put forward," said Mrs Voyle.