More than 1,100 guests gathered at Grosvenor House, Park Lane, on Thursday 3 October 2025 as the Farmers Weekly Awards announced this year’s winners across 19 categories. The programme recognises performance and progress on British farms, from arable and livestock to grassland management and advice, with each category supported by an industry sponsor.
A night of achievement
Ashley Jones was named Farmer of the Year (sponsored by Agrovista), the top accolade selected from all category winners. Farmers Weekly reported that Jones “has been crowned Farmer of the Year 2025,” reflecting a broad enterprise spanning beef, sheep, arable and contracting.
Arable and advice
Richard Anthony won Arable Farmer of the Year (Nitrasol), while John Sarup took Arable Adviser of the Year (FMC). Both awards underline the focus on resilient rotations, input efficiency and practical decision-making support for growers.
Livestock excellence
Jonathan Chapman secured Beef Farmer of the Year (ABP Food Group) and also claimed Environmental Champion of the Year (Omex) for measurable stewardship gains. In pigs, Mike Durrant won Pig Farmer of the Year (Pilgrim’s Europe). Poultry Farmer of the Year went to Hugh Carter (Aviagen). Tom Bird was named Sheep Farmer of the Year (Nettex & Rumenco).
Dairy and grassland
John and Nicola Young were crowned Dairy Farmers of the Year (Asterra), recognised for disciplined cost control and herd performance. Chris Berry took Grassland Manager of the Year (Germinal) for turning forage into consistent animal productivity.
Mixed, management and contracting
Ashley Jones also won Mixed Farmer of the Year (Red Tractor), underlining the coherence of his diversified model. Ryan McCormack was named Farm Manager of the Year (Safety Revolution), while Crop Services took Contractor of the Year (Rural Asset Finance) for tech-driven services across the Borders.
People awards
George Elliott won Ag Student of the Year (Lightsource bp), and Peter O’Malley collected Livestock Adviser of the Year (Promar). Matt Hancocks was named Young Farmer of the Year (Ball Coatings), marking the next generation’s influence on on-farm innovation.
Special recognition
Margaret Dalton received the Lifetime Achievement Award (Merlo) for service to the sector. The NFU’s Farming Champion of the Year went to Rt Hon Alistair Carmichael MP, recognised for his advocacy on behalf of British farmers.
For tyre and fleet suppliers, these winners signal where on-farm investment is heading, from contractors scaling precision services to mixed businesses balancing road-to-field movements. That translates into demand for durable agricultural tyres, pressure management systems and service support aligned to seasonal logistics.
Further reading
Full category write-ups and sponsor credits are available via the Farmers Weekly Awards hub - Farmers Weekly
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