No fewer than 180 people attended last weekend’s Stewartry Young Farmers’ 90th anniversary dinner at GG’s Yard, Gatehouse of Fleet.

The black tie event brought together not only club members but also 56 past chairs and secretaries representing 47 years of the club’s history. Family members, friends, and members from other Young Farmers Clubs were also present to show their support.

The Scottish Farmer: Dinner dance awards top L to R: Fraser Brown, Milly Smith, James Dean, Amy Craik, Scott Cruickshanks, Olli McLellan, Abby Forsyth, Arthur Young (presenting trophies), Rachel Young and David FairDinner dance awards top L to R: Fraser Brown, Milly Smith, James Dean, Amy Craik, Scott Cruickshanks, Olli McLellan, Abby Forsyth, Arthur Young (presenting trophies), Rachel Young and David Fair

Following the meal there were entertaining speeches from Dr John Locke and Finlay Wallace.

Club chairperson Rachel Young’s dad, Arthur, then presented the awards for the year, from stock judging to speechmaking.

Leading results

Ian Jennings Trophy for most points in under 21 stock judging –Fraser Brown

Stewartry Young Farmers Stock Judging Shield for best female member – Philippa Dale-Sunley

FJ Young Cup for over 21 stock judging – James Dean

The Sypland Cup for dairy stock judging – Lucas Swalwell & Lola Jordan

Colliston Salver for most improved in junior speechmaking – Fergus Roan

Hutchison Salver for most improved in senior speechmaking over 21 – Scott Cruickshanks

Crystal for most improved member in concert and Talent Spot – Ollie McLellan

Corrie Trophy for attendance and participation – Milly Smith

Overlaw Cup for best all-round member – Amy Craik

Re-presented trophies from throughout the year:

West Region Miss Young Farmer – Abby Forsyth

Best individual act at West Area Talent Spot– David Fair