FARMERS who actively encourage wildlife on their farms are being invited to enter the country's most prestigious farm conservation competition - the 2005 Silver Lapwing Awards.
The awards go to farmers who can best demonstrate a commitment to conservation and environmental management as an integral part of their farming activities.
While the main award winners are regarded as having achieved the pinnacle of conservation excellence, the competition has been extended to recognise farmers taking their first steps towards conservation.
The First Step Award is an opportunity for farmers, new to environmental management, who have either applied, or are planning to apply, to join one of the Environmental Stewardship Schemes operating.
"It's an ideal opportunity for farmers to show how they can create innovative conservation programmes," said Christine Tacon, Farmcare's general manager.
Farmers wishing to enter the 2005 awards should contact their local FWAG office or email Amanda.morris-@fwag.org.uk.
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