Who can enter?
The awards are open to all companies, individuals, organisations and farms operating in Scotland. Nominations can be made directly from the businesses or farms or from a third-party. If you are nominating on the behalf of someone else, you must seek their approval beforehand.
What is the deadline for entries?
ARABLE FARM OF THE YEAR ENTRY DEADLINE
Entry Deadline for Arable Farm of the Year is Monday, July 10, 2023
Onsite Farm Visits for our shortlist will be week commencing Monday, July 24, 2023
DAIRY FARM OF THE YEAR ENTRY DEADLINE
Entry Deadline for Dairy Farm of the Year is Monday, July 10, 2023
Onsite Farm Visits for our shortlist will be week commencing Monday, July 24, 2023
DIVERSIFIED FARM OF THE YEAR ENTRY DEADLINE
Entry Deadline for Diversified Farm of the Year is Monday, August 14, 2023
Onsite Farm Visits for our shortlist will be week commencing Monday, August 21, 2023
SCOTCH BEEF FARM OF THE YEAR ENTRY DEADLINE
Entry Deadline for Scotch Beef Farm of the Year is Thursday, August 17, 2023
Onsite Farm Visits for our shortlist will be week commencing Monday, September 4, 2023
SHEEP FARM OF THE YEAR ENTRY DEADLINE
Entry Deadline for Sheep Farm of the Year is Thursday, August 17, 2023
Onsite Farm Visits for our shortlist will be week commencing Monday, September 4, 2023
SUSTAINABLE FARM OF THE YEAR ENTRY DEADLINE
Entry Deadline for Sheep Farm of the Year is Thursday, August 17, 2023
Onsite Farm Visits for our shortlist will be week commencing Monday, September 4, 2023
ALL OTHER CATEGORIES
Thursday, August 31, 2023
How much does it cost?
It is free to enter. Those shortlisted will also receive two complimentary tickets to attend the awards ceremony. We ask that if you enter, you are able to attend the evening of the awards – Thursday, October 26 at the Crowne Plaza Glasgow.
How does the judging process work?
The judging process will involve farm visits for our farm of the year categories. The other categories will be put to a panel of independent experts who will decide on the shortlist and winners for 2023. The judges’ decision will be final, and no correspondence will be entered, or feedback provided.
When will the shortlist be announced?
The shortlist will be listed in The Scottish Farmer early September.
When will the winners be announced?
The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony taking place on Thursday, October 26 at Crowne Plaza, Glasgow Central. More information on the event and tickets can be found in the ‘The Awards Ceremony’ section above.
What do I do if I have more questions?
We are happy to answer any additional questions you may have regarding the entry process or event. Please contact Head of Events, Nina Holmes on 0141 302 6138 or nina.holmes@newsquest.co.uk with all enquires.