The three finalists of the AgriScot Scotch Beef Farm of the Year Award were announced by AgriScot, Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) and award sponsors, Thorntons Solicitors.

The finalist farms, from Aberdeenshire, East Lothian and Dumfries and Galloway, operate very different types of beef production systems, all with an aim of improving their production.

The finalists are Midtown of Glass in Huntly, run by Gary Christie and his family, Poldean Farm in Moffat ran by Alisdair and Emma Davidson and Bielgrange farm in Dunbar, run by Niall Jeffrey.

As well as demonstrating a strong commitment to improving the health and welfare of their cattle, the three finalist farms also impressed the award assessors with their efforts to strengthen the success of their businesses by adopting new ideas and initiatives.

The aim of the AgriScot Scotch Beef Farm of the Year Award is to showcase excellence in the production of cattle in Scotland and raise the profile of the dedication and stock management skills behind the production of Scotch Beef PGI.

The recipient will receive a £500 cheque as well as a £250 voucher to celebrate their success at a Scotch Beef Club restaurant.

The club, run by QMS, has around 150 members committed to serving top quality Scotch Beef PGI.