2014-05-19 |
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Farmers Guardian Wins NOAH Writer of the Year Award
The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has announced the names of the winner and runner-up for the British Guild of Agricultural Journalists NOAH Writer/Broadcaster of the Year 2013 award.
The NOAH-sponsored award received a record number of entries this year. First prize went to Farmers Guardian journalist Katie Jones (nee Lomas), whose article on improving herd health to boost margins was judged to have been particularly accurate, clear and of great value to readers.
Katie Jones (nee Lomas)
The judges felt Katie’s story construction, style of writing and
her use of quotes were all exceptional.
Katie said: “I'm absolutely thrilled to have won this award and
would like to thank NOAH for their support of the work the agricultural
press does in raising the awareness of animal health issues.
“Animal health is of huge importance to the readership of Farmers Guardian and we will endeavour to continue to provide useful and practical advice on herd and flock health to our readers.”
Runner-up, coming
a very close second, was Rhian Price, livestock journalist with
Farmers
Weekly, for her article on tailoring treatment plans to
tackle fluke.
Rhian said: “I'm honoured and delighted to receive the runner-up
prize.”
The judges scored Rhian highly on accuracy, clarity and on the value of her article to the farming audience.
The awards, which were presented at the NOAH annual dinner in London, are given to a writer or broadcaster who submits a news story, or feature, which best highlights critical aspects of animal health, welfare and management, or examines topical and relevant issues on any aspect of farm animal care. The winner receives a cheque for £750, and the runner up a cheque for £250.
NOAH Chief Executive Phil Sketchley, who was one of the panel of three judges for the award, said: “We were delighted to have had a record number of entries this year, all of an excellent standard, which made the judges’ lives quite difficult! This award continues to show the talent and professionalism from agricultural journalists who provide valuable information for farmers involved in the care of Britain’s farm animals. Articles like these make a significant contribution to animal health and welfare, and NOAH is proud to support it.”
