Time is running out to submit nominations for the South West Farmer Awards.

These awards aim to give recognition to the work of farmers across the south west.

Nominations close on Friday, June 21.

A spokesman said: "The South West Farmer Awards gives the farming industry in the West Country a chance to stand up and be recognised. With an emphasis on future and forward thinking farmers, the Awards are supported by industry experts and the event gives local farmers, suppliers, breeders and everyone involved in the industry the recognition they deserve for the tremendous work they do throughout the year.

"Have you, or do you know someone in farming who has given 100 per cent and achieved great things this year? Or someone who has made a difference to the face of farming this year?"

The categories for the awards are as follows: Farm Manager of the Year, Sheep Farmer of the Year, Young Farmer of the Year, Outstanding Achievement, Beef Farmer of the Year, Dairy Farmer of the Year, Family-run Farm of the Year, Mixed Farmer of the Year and Diversification of the Year.

The awards ceremony will be at the Somerset County Cricket Ground on Thursday, November 7.

Anyone who wishes to put forward a nomination can do so at southwestfarmer.co.uk/awards

For more information on the nominations and for tickets to the event, call 01326 213 322.