The NFYFC Fence Erecting Competition offers young farmers a platform to demonstrate their skills in building a stock-proof fence. Teams of three, all aged 28 or under, will showcase their ability to plan, budget, and construct a fence using traditional tools. The competition tests practical expertise in handling materials, using hand tools, and working efficiently as a team. Participants must build a 30-meter fence, following specific guidelines, including a box strainer assembly and precise wire tensioning.
This competition not only sharpens essential farming skills but also encourages teamwork and problem-solving under pressure. The National Final will take place on Saturday 26 June 2027 at the County Showground in Stafford, where teams from across the UK will compete for the prestigious National Farm Skills Challenge Cup - Fencing.
National Final: Saturday 26 June 2027
Entries Close: 7 June 2027
Venue: County Showground, Stafford
See the video below for handy competition tips from the NFYFC Youth Forum:
The NFYFC Fence Erecting Competition is sponsored by Tornado and Fortipost by M&M Timber.
