The Northern Ireland farming industry put on the glamour last night for the 12th annual Farming Life awards, in association with Cranswick Country Foods.
The annual event, held in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, was attended by around 200 people from all sectors right across the industry.
The awards are an opportunity to throw the spotlight on some of the individuals and businesses that help to make the Northern Ireland industry so special.
Compere on the night was popular weather man and TV personality Barra Best and the charity was Air Ambulance NI.
Farming Life editor Ruth Rodgers commented: “This year, as always, entries across all categories exceeded our expectations in both numbers and the calibre of those involved. It has made judging an incredibly difficult task, but one that was very enjoyable as we read about the history of businesses and their developments and about people and their successes and achievements and indeed challenges.
“As we celebrate our industry here tonight, it must be remembered that we are facing a time of uncertainty and difficulty in the months ahead.
“We are fortunate that we have an industry which has resilience and a ‘can do’ attitude at its core. And I have no doubt that our farmers will adapt and evolve to meet the challenges head on.”
The annual event, held in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, was attended by around 200 people from all sectors right across the industry.
The awards are an opportunity to throw the spotlight on some of the individuals and businesses that help to make the Northern Ireland industry so special.
Compere on the night was popular weather man and TV personality Barra Best and the charity was Air Ambulance NI.
Farming Life editor Ruth Rodgers commented: “This year, as always, entries across all categories exceeded our expectations in both numbers and the calibre of those involved. It has made judging an incredibly difficult task, but one that was very enjoyable as we read about the history of businesses and their developments and about people and their successes and achievements and indeed challenges.
“As we celebrate our industry here tonight, it must be remembered that we are facing a time of uncertainty and difficulty in the months ahead.
“We are fortunate that we have an industry which has resilience and a ‘can do’ attitude at its core. And I have no doubt that our farmers will adapt and evolve to meet the challenges head on.”
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00:00 sponsored by Eakin Brothers. Please welcome Joel Eakin from Eakin Brothers Limited to
00:09 announce our winner.
00:10 This award celebrates inspiring families with a farming or agricultural business or that
00:21 employs two or more family members and has achieved success in its field or industry
00:27 and are an example for others in the farming community.
00:31 The finalists are Ballypolee Daxter's, Gilfresh Proggies, Yves Chicoldu Tractors Limited,
00:40 J Wilson Agri Limited and Primacy Meats Food Village.
00:45 Now while all the nominees offer impressive examples the recipient of this award truly
00:51 distinguished themselves.
00:53 Their submission was exceptional showcasing a legacy of family commitment, community engagement
00:58 and the promotion of fresh local produce.
01:01 The detailed entry met all the specified criteria.
01:05 This is undeniably a family driven enterprise with a strong focus on the local community.
01:10 They elaborated on their family values and outlined their plans for business growth and
01:14 its future.
01:15 So Peter, tell us who the winner is.
01:18 And the winner is Primacy Meats.
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