The scholarship, which receives an annual donation from the NFU Mutual Charitable Trust, is looking for applicants considering travelling in the UK, Europe or further afield. If you are under 30 years old and would like some financial assistance with your travels, then contact NFU Cymru for an application form – even if you have already received support from another scholarship or fund.

Up to £3,000 available to lucky youngsters to make their travel dreams come true.

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NFU Cymru County Adviser, Peter Howells said: “The scholarship fund was launched in 1984 in memory of the late Gareth Raw Rees MBE from Ceredigion, whose considerable energies had always been directed towards promoting the interests of young people in farming and the countryside.  He was a firm believer in the inestimable benefits of travelling towards the fulfilment of a broader and more rewarding education.”

“The Gareth Raw Rees Scholarship offers fantastic opportunities for young people to travel and learn about farming methods in other parts of the world,” said Trevor Lloyd, Chairman of NFU Mutual’s Advisory Board for Wales.

“In today’s fast changing agricultural industry, it’s vital that our young farmers gain a wider perspective to help them farm successfully, which is why NFU Mutual is a strong supporter of the scholarship scheme.

"Over the years we’ve received some exceptional applications from some very capable and enterprising young people and have been able to support their efforts in visiting and learning about a variety of agricultural techniques employed across the globe. We very much look forward to receiving some equally impressive applications once again in 2022.”

Pictured:2019's winners