Search begins to find next Young Farmer of the Year

Ambitious farmers are invited to put their names forward to compete for the 2015 FBD Young Farmer of the Year.

Prizes for all sectors will be awarded at the All-Ireland final in September, to be judged by Macra na Feirme, sponsors FBD, and IFA with the help of current FBD Young Farmer of the Year, Seán O’Donnell.

FBD company secretary, Conor Gouldson, said: “This is a dynamic time for young farmers who are expanding to meet the increasing global demand for Irish produce. We expect to see the proof of this growth and development reflected in a record number of excellent applicants.”