From innovation and sustainability to community leadership and next-generation talent, these awards recognise the dedication, resilience and ambition that underpin farming across Wales.
Each award highlights a unique contribution to the industry, showcasing best practice and inspiring others to build a strong, sustainable future for Welsh farming.
Together, they reflect the breadth of work taking place across the sector and the vital role agriculture continues to play in our rural communities.
Explore the categories below to learn more about each award and the outstanding achievements they recognise.
Wales Woman Farmer of the Year
This award has now closed for 2026, please look for our winner.
If you have an nomination for 2027, please email us [email protected].
Sustainable Agriculture Award
This award has now closed for 2026, please look for our winner.
If you have an nomination for 2027, please email us [email protected].
Gareth Raw Rees Travel Scholarship
The Gareth Raw Rees Memorial Scholarship is once again on the lookout for applications from youngsters wanting to travel the world.
Last year, the Scholarship made £4,450 available for applicants considering travelling within the UK, Europe or further afield.
Past winners of the award have travelled to New Zealand, Australia, America, the Orkney Islands, Georgia, the Isle of Man and many other destinations.
If you are under 30 years old and would like some financial assistance with your travels, even if you have already received support from another scholarship or fund, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Click here for more information and to apply
Idris Davies Memorial Trust
Nominations are currently being sought for the Idris Davies Memorial Trust Award, which rewards those who have made an outstanding contribution to agriculture in Pembrokeshire.
The Idris Davies Memorial Trust Award was established in 1978 and this year’s winner will receive their award at Pembrokeshire County Show, where they will receive a cash award together with a perpetual trophy.
The closing date for nominations is Friday 31st July 2026. Please email [email protected] or call NFU Cymru on 01982 554 200 for an application form in order to submit your nomination.
More information and the application form can be found here.
