Farming Fit team in Powys win national award at sheep event
A partnership in Powys promoting health and well-being within the farming community has been recognised at a national farming event.
The Farming Fit team, a collaboration between Powys County Council, Powys Teaching Health Board, and Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations, was awarded second prize for the Best Indoor Trade Stand at the National Sheep Association (NSA) Welsh Sheep 2025 event on Wednesday, May 21.
The team attends agricultural shows and livestock markets across the county, offering basic health checks and providing information on health and well-being to the farming community in Powys.
At the NSA Welsh Sheep 2025 event, the team conducted 47 health checks and engaged in numerous health discussions with attendees.
Councillor Richard Church, Powys County Council's cabinet member for legal and regulatory services, said: "It's crucial that this safe and confidential space is available for members of the farming community to come to, talk and have their health checked over, should they wish.
"Standing out in events such as this is so important, as it means you are visible and available amongst all the other activities, so to be awarded runner up is a fantastic achievement and recognises the work the team has put in to support our communities.
"Congratulations, team and diolch yn fawr."
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