South West Dairy Farmer Competition 2009

Sponsored by Milk Link and Clydesdale Bank

Dairying continues to face a number of challenges and this competition aims to highlight those dairy farms and businesses in the South West which have best prepared to meet these challenges and can demonstrate an innovative and profitable way ahead.

This prestigious competition is open to all farm businesses in Devon, Cornwall, Bristol, Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire and Gloucestershire whose income is predominantly derived from milk production. Additionally the dairy herd margin over feed per cow must be for the 12 months ending 31st March 2009 as contained in information from the costing service used.

This year's judges are Paul Charlton from Milk Link, Graham Poulton from Clydesdale Bank and Neville Loder who was the 2008 winner.

The lucky winner of the competition will receive £1000 plus a trophy. Entries close 30th June 2009.

Milk Link is proud to sponsor the award, recognising the skill, hard work and commitment of dairy farmers in the South West.

Clydesdale Bank is delighted to continue its sponsorship of this prestigious competition - one which highlights the expertise within the dairy industry across the region.

For further information and an entry form please contact Jill Cross at the Royal Bath & West of England Society on jill.cross@bathandwest.co.uk or telephone number 01749 822 223 or visit our brand new website at www.bathandwest.com to download an entry form.