The upcoming elections for the Senedd in Wales on May 7 are expected to be highly competitive, particularly in rural areas where voter preferences could sway the results. Two parties, Reform UK and the Green Party, are presenting contrasting visions for the Welsh countryside. Reform UK aims to appeal to rural voters by promising to treat agriculture as a strategic national asset, proposing to reform the post-Brexit Sustainable Farming Scheme to focus on food production, and opposing new renewable energy projects like onshore wind farms. In contrast, the Green Party promotes policies that encourage sustainable farming practices, community land ownership, and a national rewilding strategy. As these parties vie for support, issues such as healthcare service cuts, opposition to wind farms, and agricultural subsidy reforms are drawing significant public attention. The outcome of the elections could lead to coalition discussions that shape the future of rural policies in Wales, with implications for both environmental and agricultural practices.