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5:26pm Friday 16th May 2008

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YOUNG student Suzanne Lovatt has scooped the title of Young Farmers Club Member of the Year.

The 21-year-old from Biddulph Moor won the final after being nominated by her club, Leek Young Farmers.

She was one of seven national finalists, who had to outline their involvement in Young Farmers and be interviewed by a panel of judges.

Suzanne has been a member of the Leek club for six years, and was delighted to win.

"I was a bit emotional at first, and could not believe it - it is such a great honour," she said.

Suzanne is in her final year of an honours degree in Arig-Food Marketing at Harper Adams University.

This year has also been her busiest as a Young Farmers, with her duties as Leek YFC leader, social secretary, child protection officer and Leek Show chairman.

She was praised by Danusia Osiowy from the Farmers Guardian, which sponsored the national contest.

"One of the judges summed up Suzanne in one word - magic," she said.

"Suzanne is independent and committed to the Young Farmers movement, and they were really impressed with her knowledge and understanding of the industry.

"She's a busy girl and a dedicated student, and winning the competition is a tribute to her and the influence of the Young Farmers movement."

Suzanne received a shield, silver salver and a medal She will be working for the NFU after finishing her exams in June, and aims to set up a food, farm or rural-based enterprise.