Farming awards announced!

At the beginning of the month, we learnt who the finalists of the 2024 South West Farmer Awards were. And that included Michael Smith of Deapp Farm in Totnes and Vicky Arscott of Sweetlands Farm near Honiton: Finalists in the 2024 South West Farmer Awards revealed | Sidmouth Herald

The Deapp Farm is organic – and it sounds as if the family-run farm have made huge efforts: Mike & David Smith / Riverford

And they also work with Riverford, who are also up for an award: Riverford Organic Farmers – Organic Fruit & Veg Box Delivery

As for the British Farming Awards, the finalists for these have just been released – and they include another family business in Devon: Finalists of the British Farming Awards are announced | Exmouth Journal

“A wealth of stars from the south west have been announced” as well, with host Vernon Kay saying how thrilled he is: “The dedication and innovation displayed by farmers across the UK are truly inspiring, and I am honoured to be a part of celebrating their achievements.” Finalists of the British Farming Awards are announced | South West Farmer