British Guild of
Agricultural Journalists

Representing communicators in all rural industries

British Guild of
Agricultural Journalists

Institution of Agricultural Engineers (IAgrE) Award

A word from our award sponsor: IAgrE

Engineering is at the heart of every innovation shaping modern agriculture and the wider land based sector. By supporting the British Guild of Agricultural Journalists Awards, we are not only championing high quality reporting, but also strengthening the vital connection between technology, producers, and the public. This award helps us highlight the professionalism our sector depends on and recognises journalists who bring these important engineering stories to life.

Charles Nicklin, IAgrE Chief Executive

Award Details

Open date

13 April 2026

Deadline date

10 May 2026

Notification date

10 June 2026

Description

Kindly sponsored by the Institution of Agricultural Engineers, the IAgrE Award celebrates, rewards and recognises articles that highlight the vital role of engineering in meeting the requirements of modern food and energy production.

The Institution of Agricultural Engineers is the professional body for engineers, scientists, technologists and managers involved in the land based sector.

Entry Conditions

Entries must be from a full member of British Guild of Agricultural Journalists
Entries should have been published or broadcast in Great Britain between 1 March 2025 and 28 February 2026
Entries should carry the byline of the entrant*
Last year’s winner is not eligible to enter
Entries are limited to one entry per Guild member

*Exceptions may be made where entrant can demonstrate the article / broadcast has been independently commissioned by the publisher and is not paid for by a commercial client for PR purposes

Prizes

The winner will take the award and £1000 first prize.
A runner up will receive £500.
Awards will be presented at the Cereals Event on 10 June 2026

Judging criteria

The judges will be looking for entries that are accurate and original, and show value and relevance for the intended audience. The article, podcast or broadcast should be clear and engaging with strong storytelling at its heart. Judges will also be looking for initiative in research, interviews and evidence-gathering.

All entries must:

Present a clear, well-reasoned piece that meets the theme brief
Be supported by accurate facts, credible sources and organised research
Demonstrate understanding of the subject and journalist integrity
Communicate the topic in an accessible, balanced and objective way
Avoid sensationalism or patronising tone
Be well written, grammatically sound and journalistically robust

Entrants are advised to consider the quality and style of writing or delivery, content depth, clarity and overall impact, and the effective use of interviews, quotes, clips or supporting material.

Judges

James Huyton (Farmers Guardian) – 2025 winner

Andy Newbold (Secretary General of the European Society of Agricultural Engineers & BGAJ Director)

Mark Moore (President, Institute of Agricultural Engineers)

Entry Form

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