The show provided an important opportunity for NFU Cymru to meet with members, politicians and representatives from across the agricultural community, while celebrating the very best of farming and rural life in Meirionnydd.
During the day, NFU Cymru met with Elwyn Vaughan MS and Beca Brown MS to discuss a number of pressing issues facing Welsh farming. Discussions included the ongoing impact of dry weather, upland grazing densities and their role in mitigating wildfire impact, Bluetongue, and the 182‑day letting threshold for holiday cottages operated by diversified farm businesses.
A chance to celebrate
“Bringing the show back to Dolgellau after 23 years has been a huge undertaking, so to see the agricultural and wider community come together and support it has been incredibly rewarding.”
Rhodri Wyn Jones, Meirionnydd County Show Chairman and NFU Cymru Next Generation Group member.
NFU Cymru Meirionnydd County Chair, Aled Jones said:
“It was fantastic to see Meirionnydd Show back in Dolgellau and to see such strong support from the local farming community. Agricultural shows are hugely important, not only as an opportunity for us to meet members and discuss the issues affecting their businesses, but also as a chance for us to celebrate the hard work, dedication and resilience that define farming in this part of Wales. Events like this bring the community together, showcase the very best of our livestock and produce, and provide a vital platform for constructive conversations about the policies shaping our sector.”
Nôd Clust Cymru project
NFU Cymru was also pleased to support the Nôd Clust Cymru project, which is working to preserve the tradition and history of sheep ear‑notching for future generations. Elain Gwilym from the Welsh Mountain Sheep Society was at the show gathering information for the project, which aims to collect and digitalise traditional ear‑notching records. NFU Cymru is a partner in the initiative, which will see historic information brought together in a digital resource, helping to safeguard this important part of Welsh farming heritage while making it more accessible for future generations.
Meirionnydd County Show Chairman and NFU Cymru Next Generation Group member, Rhodri Wyn Jones, said:
“We are delighted with the success of this year’s show and the support we have received from exhibitors, competitors, sponsors, volunteers and visitors. Bringing the show back to Dolgellau after 23 years has been a huge undertaking, so to see the agricultural and wider community come together and support it has been incredibly rewarding.”
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