The evening focused on improving farm safety awareness through a series of practical demonstrations and interactive sessions covering some of the key risks faced by those working in agriculture.
Attendees rotated around six stations led by industry experts. Topics included fire prevention and emergency planning with Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service; emergency first aid training from Heartstart Lymm; quad bike safety with Jonathan Spybe of TWR Training; and legal responsibilities surrounding tractors and trailers on the road, delivered by NFU Farm Safety and Transport Adviser Sarah Stephens.
Mental wellbeing was also highlighted, with Christine Shaw from PAPYRUS discussing the importance of recognising mental health challenges and supporting others in rural communities. The final station, led by Hollie Edwards of Wright Morten Farm Vets and farmer Richard Blackburn, focused on safe and effective cattle handling techniques.
The interactive format encouraged plenty of discussion, questions and the sharing of personal experiences, giving attendees practical ideas they could take back to their own farms.
The event finished with a barbecue and refreshments, allowing farmers to catch up with friends while reflecting on the evening's key farm safety messages.
Great engagement
Cheshire County Adviser Helen Wainwright said: "Farm safety remains one of the most important issues facing our industry. It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout and great engagement from everyone involved. If attendees took away just one thing that helps prevent an accident or save a life, then the event was a success."
Cheshire NFU and YFC would like to thank the Egglestone family, North West Farmers Trust, speakers, volunteers and everyone who helped make the event possible.
