A South Wairarapa Young Farmer is one step closer to winning one of New Zealand’s most prestigious farming awards after being crowned the Season 56 East.
A South Wairarapa Young Farmer is one step closer to winning one of New Zealand’s most prestigious farming awards after being crowned the Season 56 East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year. Archie Woodhouse, age 22, just pipped his older brother .
Joseph Watts wins East Coast Young Farmer of the Year regional final
15 Feb, 2021 03:15 AM
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The Country
Joseph Watts has proven he s too hard to beat, taking out East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year for the third year in a row.
The 30-year-old has become the second person to advance through to the FMG Young Farmer of the Year Grand Final in July.
The competition on Saturday at Hawke s Bay Showgrounds showcased the best Young Farmers from all parts of the agriculture sector in the East Coast region, chosen from two district contests.
With just five points separating them, second place East Coast FMG Young Farmer of the Year was awarded to Ashley Greer, 30.