Awards Finalists

Celebrating the involvement of young farmers within their clubs and communities, the SAYFC ‘Five Star Awards’ evening gives thanks to those giving extraordinary effort and dedication.

We asked you to tell us about your young farmers stars; the hard workers, innovators and supporters whose effort and dedication have shone over this past year and beyond.

And you certainly delivered, with your many heartfelt nominations from across Scotland showing the incredible depth and pride we have as a Young Farmers Community.

TO DISCOVER THIS YEAR’S DESERVING FINALISTS FOR THE FIVE STAR AWARDS, PLEASE SEE BELOW:

Outstanding Contribution (Supported by RHASS)

An individual who has been a loyal supporter of your Club / District for some time.   This could have been via supporting events, volunteering to be a trainer / judge or more.

The Winner of this Award has been picked by special committee and will be announced on the Night.

Community Engagement (Supported by Galbraith)

Presented to a Club with active involvement and engagement within their community

FINALISTS

• Biggar YFC
• Garioch YFC
• Harray YFC

Driving Force (Supported by Dales LLP)

An individual who encourages and supports your Club to be the best it possibly can be!   They are a positive influence for young members and a true Club ambassador.

FINALISTS

• Erin Gibson
• Heather Thom
• Ross Johnston

Innovation & Wellbeing Award (Supported by SGN)

An initiative, club meeting or event held by a Club/ District which benefited members’ personal development or knowledge.

FINALISTS

• Duncan Maclellan
• Lesmahagow YFC
• Stranraer & Rhins YFC

Rural Ambassador 

Someone who promotes rural life – can be YF related or simply someone doing a good job at promoting rural life whether at events, via social media or something else!

FINALISTS

• Grant Barr
• Laura Purdie
• John McCulloch

Young Farmer of the Year 2024 (Supported by Royal Bank of Scotland, Galbraith, Johnston Carmichael, Cefetra Grain and ATV Services)

During the Regional Rallies held in July 2024, members completed various tasks to qualify for the final of the 2024 Young Farmer of the Year competition. On Saturday 2nd November they will battle it out, before the lucky winner is announced in the evening.

FINALISTS

• Beth Farmer, Kinross JAC
• Vicky Haddow, Lesmahagow YFC
• Robbie Levack, Forss Young Farmers
• Jack Young, Carluke YFC
• Stewart Shaw, Ednam JAC

The Awards Dinner will be held on the 2nd November at Double Tree by Hilton, Dunblane Hydro. If you want to come along on the night and support our finalists you can buy tickets for our Awards dinner HERE.