An award which recognises journalism showcasing the role of engineering in farming, food and energy production has opened for entries.
Now in its 13th year, the Guild’s IAgrE Award is generously sponsored by the Institution of Agricultural Engineers – the professional body for engineers, scientists, technologists and managers in the land-based sector.
Celebrating BGAJ members with a passion for writing about innovation in the agriculture, horticulture, forestry, amenity or rural environment sectors, the award carries a £1,500 prize pot.
IAgrE chief executive Charlie Nicklin said: “We believe by supporting the British Guild of Agricultural Journalists Awards we are helping to increase awareness of the Institution and its work promoting professionalism and continue to build relationships with BGAJ members.
We are delighted to continue our support for this award. Last year we had a tremendous response to the Call for Entries and the judges had a challenging job selecting the winner and runner-up. We hope this year will be even more successful.”
Entries are limited to one per member reporting on engineering – in all its forms – published between 1 March 2024 and 1 March 2025.
The overall winner will receive a commemorative plaque and £1,000. The runner-up will receive a commemorative plaque and £500. Awards will be presented at the Guild’s Bangers and Beer reception, to be held at this year’s Cereals Event.
The 2024 IAgrE Award winners were honoured at last year’s event.
To enter the Guild’s 2025 IAgrE Award, email one scanned copy or PDF of a published article to IAgrE communications officer and award administrator Marion King no later than Friday 9 May 2025.
Please email Marion for details of how to submit a broadcast award entry.
