Proud Sponsors of Beef Farmer of the Year

At ABP, innovation and environmental responsibility drive our commitment to the future of British agriculture. We continuously innovate in product development, ensuring consistently tender and flavoursome Beef through our patented Ultra Tender® process. Our added-value and convenience foods ranges boost sales in UK supermarkets.

Our commitment to environmental sustainability includes groundbreaking work on our research & development farm. We conduct trials on feed conversion, cattle slaughter age reduction, genetic development, and methane reduction, achieving significant emissions reduction.

Fresh thinking is fostered through our ABP Talent Academy, welcoming a pipeline of fantastic graduates. Our team, considered one of the industry's best, is nurtured through internal and external development programs, including our Butchery Academy and leadership programs.

Innovation is ingrained in our business, driving our support for industry innovation through sponsorship of the British Farming Awards.

Proud to support the British Farming Awards

The British Farming Awards, powered by Farmers Guardian, celebrates excellence in agriculture through trusted and beloved media. More than news, Farmers Guardian is integral to the farming community, empowering with insights and innovations. Beyond information, it celebrates diverse farming experiences, navigating economics and is number 1 for livestock. With a 180-year legacy in agricultural journalism, Farmers Guardian remains a steadfast companion, offering guidance and support. The British Farming Awards align proudly, recognising its crucial role in shaping agriculture for nearly two centuries.

Proud Sponsors of Family Farming Business of the Year

Goodyear Farm Tires, a premier European agricultural tire brand with a 120+ year heritage, trusted for generations, is dedicated to enhancing farm productivity. Our mission is to improve crop yield by offering farmers a range of high-performance, durable, and value-driven agricultural tires. The lineup includes 85, 70, 65, and XL series Tractor Drive Radials, alongside specialized designs for sprayers, harvesters, and industrial applications.

Licensed to Titan International Inc., a global wheels and tires leader, Goodyear Farm Tires ensures quality service with durable products worldwide.

Proud Sponsors of Mart’s The Heart Awards

The Livestock Auctioneers' Association proudly sponsors awards that recognize the vital contributions of auctioneers and their businesses to the livestock industry.

Chris Dodds, Executive Secretary, emphasises the crucial role of auctions in ensuring fair prices for farmers, stating, "This is a great opportunity to recognize the role auctions play within the industry." As the national representative for livestock markets and auctioneers in England and Wales, LAA is committed to fostering competitive and transparent platforms. They provide specialist representation, support industry compliance, invest in training, and offer market prices for the wider agricultural community, showcasing their dedication to industry success and longevity. This sponsorship underscores LAA's commitment to fair practices and transparency, contributing to the ongoing success of livestock markets in England and Wales.

Proud Sponsors of Diversification of the Year (Small/Medium)

Set up by farmers for farmers, NFU Mutual is the UK’s leading rural insurer and has been at the heart of the farming community since 1910.

With over 280 local agency offices located in rural towns and villages throughout the UK, NFU Mutual has become part of the fabric of rural life and remains committed to serving the needs of its customers.

With expertise, products and services for all types of farms, including smallholdings, diversified farms and large-scale farming operations, NFU Mutual is there to protect what matters most. As well as offering insurance for the farm business, NFU Mutual provides high quality risk management advice, financial planning services and machinery inspection.

Through its network of local agency offices NFU Mutual also provides general insurance and financial planning services.

Proud to deliver more than simply insurance. NFU Mutual supports initiatives and charities which help farmers and rural communities nationwide and works to make farming safer and tackle rural crime and social isolation.

Proud Sponsors of Mart’s The Heart Awards

Shearwell Data, led by Director Richard Webber, proudly supports Mart's the Heart Awards, recognising the pivotal role of livestock markets in the farming community. Emphasising these markets as business hubs and places of camaraderie, Shearwell Data underscores their importance in fostering a competitive livestock farming sector.

"At the core of Shearwell Data's mission is aiding livestock farmers with a comprehensive management system. Established in 1992, this farmer-owned venture consistently grows, offering livestock programs, tags, readers, software, and handling systems. With over 100 employees, Shearwell Data is the UK's leader in cattle and sheep tags, with a global reach, reflecting its commitment to advancing livestock farming practices globally," states Richard Webber.

The partnership with Mart's the Heart Awards aligns with Shearwell Data's values, emphasising the role of livestock markets in sustaining the UK red meat sector. In the era of agricultural digitalisation, Shearwell Data remains at the forefront, providing cutting-edge tools for efficient livestock management. Rooted in a shared passion for agriculture, Shearwell Data's success stems from adaptation and innovation, dedicated to progress and prosperity for livestock farmers worldwide.

Magic Mirror Sponsors

Herdwatch, the #1 farm management software in the UK, used by over 22,000 farmers worldwide! Easily record and track key information on your herd or flocks’ health and performance - optimising the profitability of your enterprise. Herdwatch Insights allow you to identify your top and bottom performing animals and make informed business decisions from real time data. The app also links direct to BCMS and Scot EID, enabling you to register all births, movements and deaths through the click of a button. Start a FREE trial today via our website!

Proud Sponsors of Farmers Guardian Farming Hero

We are Eternit. We’re here to help

For over 100 years, our innovative roofing solutions have been helping farmers improve animal welfare, boost profits and future proof their businesses for the next generation. With increased focus on improving animal welfare and your farm’s profitability, there’s never been a better time to upgrade or invest in new farm buildings. And we’re here to help whatever your farming focus.

Our roofs are specifically designed for the needs of British farmers and this unique climate. Read more

How can we help? We have specialist knowledge of roof requirements across an extensive range of agricultural buildings, from dairy, beef, pig, poultry and equestrian to grain barns. Our roofs are the only products on the market designed to absorb up to 25% of their weight in moisture, reducing humidity to create a healthier environment for your animals, engineered to regulate temperature and humidity and reduce noise levels, our roofs offer improved animal comfort, production and profits.

Our roofs do not rust or rot, are resistant to fungus, bacteria. Manufactured from fire-resistant materials, our sheets have one of the best fire classifications in the industry. Contact technical team who has over 60 years of combined farming and building experience and we’ll always help you find the most cost-effective solution for your project.

Proud Sponsors of Grassland Farmer of the Year

Founded in 1825, Germinal pioneers' innovative grassland varieties for the UK, Irish, and New Zealand markets. As a sixth-generation family business, Germinal supports farmers with progressive products and technical advice. Committed to sustainable food production, it collaborates with partners to drive a responsible future for agriculture, developing climate-smart products and sharing knowledge.

Germinal Horizon, its research division, operates across three sites, including the grassland research centre at Aberystwyth University's IBERS in Wales. Two trial sites focus on real-world, on-farm testing to ensure climate-smart forage options perform well in actual farming conditions.

R&D plant breeding has produced successful innovations like Aber HSG, an award-winning High Sugar Grass proven to reduce emissions, and Double Root, a world-first hybrid clover with increased tolerance to cold and drought.

For more on Germinal's climate-smart forage solutions, visit germinal.co.uk or follow @wearegerminal and @GerminalUKAgri on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

Proud Sponsors of Farm Worker of the Year

The multi-award-winning Isuzu D-Max, with over 100 years of specialist engineering, is the 2023 Pick-up of the Year according to What Van? – the fifth time in the last six years. Combining smart design, solid efficiency, and towing power, it excels in styling, off-road performance, and the latest safety technology. This Isuzu pick-up not only offers expected capability but also elevates comfort and finesse. Packed with features, it tackles tough jobs and off-road terrain, making it the UK’s preferred pick-up for business, pleasure, and adventure.

Retaining award-winning qualities like a 3.5-tonne towing capacity, 125,000/5-year warranty, and 1-tonne payload, the latest Isuzu D-Max is smarter, stronger, and safer than ever. Explore the range and arrange a test drive with your local dealer to experience the excellence of the multi-award-winning Isuzu D-Max.

Proud Sponsors of New Entrant Awards; Against the Odds

Massey Ferguson's lineup includes tractors, harvesting machinery, materials handling, compact grounds care equipment, and hay tools. Recent years saw over 30 prestigious awards globally, including Farm Machine of the Year 2023 for the MF 5 S. About 200,000 tractors with the MF 'Triple Triangle' marque are produced yearly.

Production occurs in AGCO's global factories—Beauvais, France; Breganze, Italy; Feucht, Germany; Hesston and Jackson, USA; Canoas, Santa Rosa, and Ibirubá, Brazil; Changzhou and Yanzhou, China.

Beauvais, France, produces tractors (75-400hp), France's largest exporter. With 15,000+ tractors annually, 85% are shipped globally. The plant underwent a EUR 300 million investment since 2010.

Breganze, Italy, on 25ha, produces a range of MF combine harvesters. Certified to ISO standards, recent developments include supply chain reorganization, new machines, robot welding systems, a state-of-the-art paint-shop, and the AgriDome Visitors Centre. The latest addition is Massey Ferguson’s award-winning IDEAL combine, featuring the longest rotor at 4.8m.

Proud Sponsors of Sustainable Farmer of the Year

NSF partners with farmers to ensure the quality of their produce, providing a comprehensive suite of food safety and quality services spanning from farm to fork. Our farm assurance scheme covers food safety, animal welfare, traceability, provenance, and environmental protection, assuring consumers that the food they eat is safe and responsibly produced.

We offer additional programs like LEAF Marque to meet retail requirements and the SMETA social compliance audit to demonstrate commitment to safety requirements and ethical recruitment practices.

With over 30 years of experience, NSF is a leading inspection and certification body for Red Tractor, delivering assurance and certification services. Our auditors bring relevant, practical experience and knowledge, and our dedicated scheme professionals provide support through every stage of the audit process.

As a proud sponsor of The Farming Community Network, a voluntary organization addressing various farming, business, healthcare, and family issues, NSF demonstrates its commitment to supporting the farming community.

Proud Sponsors of Diversification of the Year (Large)

As one of the UK`s leading and fastest-growing independent holiday let rental agencies, Sykes Holiday Cottages has the knowledge to offer holiday home owners first rate advice and aim to combine trusted experience with invaluable local expertise to help you make the most of your holiday property.

We understand the issues affecting farmers in the current climate and we can help you to maximise your income and fulfil your farm's potential through diversification into holiday letting.

Sykes Holiday Cottages is one of the best-known travel brands in the UK, having won the British Travel Award for Best Large Holiday Cottage Booking Company for ten consecutive years. We are experts in our field and we know holiday letting inside out.