Brecknock YFC held its Annual General Meeting and awards presentation evening last week.

The event was held on Friday, October 4 at Llangynidr Hall, Crickhowell.

Brecknock YFC AGM
The event was held at Llangynidr Hall (Brecknock YFC)

Mr Robert Healey was re-elected as County President for his second year and Mr Gwyn Protheroe as Deputy President.

Outgoing County Chair, Ryan Watkins stepped down for his role.

The Federation would like to sincerely thank Ryan for all the hard work and dedication he has shown, as well as the support he has given the staff, officials and members over the last 12 months.

Niall Evans of Builth Wells YFC was elected as the new County Chair and Samuel Powell of Erwood YFC was elected as County Vice Chair.

The 2023/2024 County Chair’s chosen charities were Wales Air Ambulance and Leukemia - both causes very close to Ryan’s heart.

Over various events throughout the year, the total amount raised was £1,304.73, which will be split between the two charities.

In early September, the Federation held its Sub Committee AGMs.

Baden Davies of Libanus YFC was elected as Competitions Chair and Isobel Hood of Trecastle YFC was elected as Vice.

Stephen Matthews of Libanus YFC was elected as Fundraising & Events Chair and Iwan Davies of Trecastle YFC as Vice.

Fern of Llandefalle YFC was elected as the new Welsh Language Development Officer and Abigail of Sennybridge YFC as Deputy.

Isabel of Ystradfellte YFC was elected a Youth Forum Chair and Ellis of Sennybridge YFC as Vice.

The Rural Affairs working group elected Jamie Coles of Llandefalle YFC as their Chair and Chloe Smith of Ystradfellte YFC as Vice.

The Board of Management Committee re-elected Sharon Healey as Chair and Kirsty Williams remain as Vice Chair.

Brecknock YFC would like to sincerely thank all outgoing county officials for all their hard work and support over the last 12 months.

A big thank you to the Federation’s main sponsors Hay & Brecon Farmers and all other businesses who have continued to support.

Thank you to judges, stewards, host families, stock and equipment providers, parents, leader and members for continuing to support the YFC movement and ensuring the organisation continues to grow.