Soil Farmer of the Year 2025 is open for entries!

Soil underpins the entire farming system. A healthy well-managed soil rich in organic matter will support productive and healthy crops and pasture, which in turn supports a profitable and resilient farming system.

Since 2015, the Soil Farmer of the Year Competition, run by the Farm Carbon Toolkit in partnership with Innovation for Agriculture, has helped to find, promote and champion UK farmers who are passionate about safeguarding their soils and building resilient businesses.

As part of the competition, the top three farmers host farm walks that bring farmers together to share good practice and innovations that improve soil health.

The competition has become widely recognised by organisations working in soil health, with many promoting it to their networks to increase participation.

Read more about the 2025 Competition and how you can get involved. Meanwhile, if you would like to get in touch about the competition, you can email: info@farmcarbontoolkit.org.uk

How to Enter

• Who Can Enter? Any UK-based farmer or grower is welcome to take part.
• What’s the Focus? Share the soil health practices you’ve implemented and the results you’ve seen on your farm.
• How to Enter:
  • Download the entry form
  • Submit your answers directly via the online form or record a video/voice note to tell us your story.
• Deadline: Entries close on Wednesday, 5th March 2025.