That the Parliament congratulates Ollie and Nikki Lake from Thorabella Farm near Dallas, Moray, on it winning the Diversified Farm of the Year category at the Scottish Agricultural Awards 2025; recognises that Ollie, Nikki and their family have worked hard to make the farm a success, with it proving to be a popular attraction for local people and visitors to the area; understands that this award was presented in recognition of their dedication to agriculture and determination to succeed in a difficult climate and in the face of considerable challenges; notes that, as well as a herd of buffalo providing their own meat, which they sell in their on-site farm shop alongside a range of other local produce, Thorabella has become a visitor destination for families who stay in their on-site accommodation, and other visitors who enjoy farm tours and their popular open days; believes that people of all ages benefit from seeing a working farm up close and meeting a range of animals, including Highland cattle, Jersey cows, sheep, goats, pigs, rabbits, poultry, capybaras and many more, and can now enjoy a range of excellent meals and drinks from their on-farm catering station, The Buffalo Bite, and wishes everyone at Thorabella Farm continued success in the future.
Supported by:
Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Tim Eagle (Registered interest)
, Annabelle Ewing, Murdo Fraser, Dr Sandesh Gulhane, Liam Kerr, Stuart McMillan, Alexander Stewart, Paul Sweeney, Annie Wells, Tess White