A new competition aimed at teaching young farmers more about the Campaign for the Farmed Environment has been launched by Defra minister Jim Paice.
Young Farmers’ Club members are tasked with developing a suitable proposal for a farm business of their choice, currently outside of any agri-environment schemes, explaining how their proposals would work to support the campaign.
The competition gives members the opportunity to increase their knowledge of environmental management and to win some fantastic prizes.
Farming minister Jim Paice said: “I hope many young farmers put themselves forward for this competition as it’s a great opportunity for the next generation to get involved with the campaign and to help further its good work.”
The move follows a similar campaign run by a Yorkshire team of coordinators earlier this year.
National CFE project coordinator Victoria Hicks, an active member of Young Farmers in Gloucestershire, said: “Taking part in the competition can enhance your CV and by choosing a farm outside of agri-environment schemes, members have the ability to influence a farm business.”
All teams entering will receive a free bag of wild bird seed mix for their chosen farm, kindly donated by Kings Seeds. Masstock Farm Consultancy has donated prize money and there are additional prizes from the Country Land and Business Association in the shape of CLA student membership and tickets to the CLA Game Fair.
Any interested YFC members should visit the CFE website to register their interest and for further information.
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