Farron urges people to nominate local farmers for Countryfile's farming hero award

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has urged local residents to nominate farmers for Countryfile's Farming Heroes Award 2015.

The award is part of the BBC Food and Farming Awards and the show's presenter Adam Henson will be one of the judges. Countryfile are asking people to nominate farming heroes in rural communities. In their information pack they say: 'Maybe your hero is a farmer or farming family who's made a difference by helping someone in need through difficult times. Perhaps they've battle against the odds to keep livestock safe, stepped in to help a farmer in dire straits, or just been an inspiration. Whether your Hero is a hill farmer, runs city farm, or volunteers in the countryside, Countryfile would like to hear about them.'

Tim said: "Many farmers in the Lakes not only do amazing work tending our beautiful landscape but they are the heart and soul of our communities. It would be wonderful to see their work recognised. I hope that lots of local residents put forward deserving candidates for this awards."

How to nominate a farming hero:

Simply email countryfile@bbc.co.uk with your nomination. Please be sure to include all the following information:

1. YOUR name, address, daytime phone number and email.

2. YOUR HERO'S name, address, and daytime phone number and email if you know them.

3. It's important you explain why you feel this person is a hero. Give as much detail and specific examples you can, as this will help Countryfile assess your nomination.

If you'd prefer you can send in your nomination by post. Please print out the nomination form, which can be found here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006t0bv fill it in and post it to: Countryfile Farming Heroes Award, BBC TV, Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2LR.

Nominations are open until midnight on Sunday 15th February 2015.