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The Friends of Nidderdale AONB Enterprising Farm
Award is a bi-annual award designed to promote the
conservation of one of Britain's finest landscapes. It gives
recognition to farmers in the AONB who have made a special effort
to enhance the area and promote a wider understanding of its
designation.
Three cash prizes are awarded at the Nidderdale
Agricultural Show:
- First - £300
- Second - £150
- Third - £100
Farms located within Nidderdale AONB, where
agriculture is the primary occupation, are eligible for the award
and some examples of eligible activities are:
- Enhancement of the natural beauty of the AONB by improving
wildlife habitats; creating hay meadows; restoring hedge
boundaries; tree planting; maintaining wetland; protecting
ground-nesting birds; restoring traditional stone barns or wall
boundaries; improving waste management; energy and water
conservation.
- Promoting understanding of farming and the AONB by hosting
guided walks and talks; welcoming school groups and working with
local history and wildlife groups to record features on the
farm.
- Development of an innovative agricultural business using
sustainable farming techniques.
n.b. previous first prize winners are not eligible
to reapply for three years
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