

It is with immense pride that we announce that Kate Mason has been awarded the Women in Agriculture Education and Training Woman of the Year award at the The National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026, and is the icing on the cake as she celebrates 40 years of working with and for Vale Training Services Ltd.
The event celebrated 13 exceptional women from across the UK farming sector during a ceremony held on 5 May at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Organised by Mark Allen Group and supported by sponsors including Nestlé UK & Ireland, Co-op, HSBC UK, NFU, Noble Foods, and Pig World where you can read the full report, the awards recognised outstanding contributions across the agricultural industry.
Winners were chosen from an extremely competitive shortlist, highlighting the growing strength, influence, and visibility of women throughout the sector.
For more information visit the NFU online page.
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This day course will suit anyone employed in agriculture, horticulture, landscaping and grounds maintenance that currently operates, or may be required to operate, a pedestrian mower. The duration of the course will depend on how many cutting mechanisms you want to cover. Rotary, Cylinder, flail and reciprocating mowers can be covered.
We are able to cater for both novice and experienced users who would like their skills to be verified with certification.
Pre Course Requirements:- None
Course Certification:- Lantra or NPTC
Course Length:- 1-2days depending delegates level of experience and delegate ratio.
Course Times:- 9.30AM to 4.30PM
Instructor:- Various.
Cost:- This course is usually run as in house session to fit the clients requirements. Call for details.
Venue:-To suit client
Maximum number of delegates:- 4
By the end of the course, you'll be able to:-
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