27th October 2008 | Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London
Overall Winner 2005
Andy and Sue Guy, Thorney Abbey Farm, Southwell, Notts
Why they are winners:
- They’re an outstanding husband and wife team
- They’re constantly innovating their business
- They have a progressive approach to environmentally sensitive farming
- They have a commitment to their cows and quality of milk
- They actively communicating farming benefits to the public
- They want to make a difference
What the Judges said:
Sir Don Curry: Andy and Sue Guy have a farming philosophy that is totally in tune with today’s consumers’ demands. They epitomise the face of farming’s future.
Richard MacDonald, director general of the NFU: They have recognised that the world is changing and are creating a substainable and exciting business for the next generation.
Valerie Elliott, Country side Editor, the Times: It takes enormous courage and self-belief to build a successful business in such a short time – and against so many business and personal odds.
Jane King, Editor, Farmers Weekly: Their energy and enthusiasm for farming is both inspiring and exhausting! They are constantly looking for ways to grow their business.
Debbie Beaton, Projects Manager, Farmers Weekly: You could not find two more enthusiastic advocates for farming. They are passionate about the value it delivers all of society and are willing to tell people.