YOUNG people in the Dales farming community are being backed to provide a successful future for the region.

Cornerstone is a new initiative aimed at people aged 18 to 35 who wish to stay within the rural community.

The aim is to provide free practical help and guidance from people with vast experience from across the business world.

Martin Littleton, chairman of Cornerstone, said: "We have been approached by a number of organisations who are keen to harness the rural knowledge, enthusiasm and dedication of young people from farms and villages in the Dales."

Young people looking to stay in the rural community can contact Mike Keeble on (01677) 460306