After Chris’ report, Will and Ben are joined by Tom and Karen Halton who are finalists for British Farming Awards ‘Dairy Farmer of the Year’, as well as last year’s winner Patrick Morris-Eyton, to discuss the Awards ahead of the ceremony later this evening. Tom and Karen introduce their business including their priorities on farm in terms of maintaining high herd welfare standards and looking after their staff, as well as why they feel it’s important to them to connect with the public as the end user of the product they produce and how they do this. Paddy outlines how his farm has changed since they won the Award last year and as a judge this year, what he has seen in the candidates in terms of forward-thinking and sustainable farming. Paddy, Tom & Karen discuss why award ceremonies such as this are important to showcase best practice and excellence in people within the industry. Please note: The information provided during this podcast has beenprepared for general informational purposes only and does not constituteadvice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and norepresentation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness orotherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or productsduring the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of DairyConsulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenterare personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. Thecontents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.