RDS Agriculture & Rural Awards
These Awards celebrate the work of individuals, farm families and organisations who are sustainably enhancing the economic, environmental and social development of Irish agriculture and rural communities.
The Call for entries for 2026 are now open. If you have any questions, please contact agriculture@rds.ie
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National recognition and press coverage
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Professional video storytelling, including a polished brand film
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€2,000 support package
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RDS Silver Medal and a specially commissioned trophy
- Fill in the online application form
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- Download the application form and send it in via email or post
Deadline to Apply: 13 March, 2026
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Sustainable Farming Award
Sustainable Rural Innovation Award
Sustainable Rural Social Impact Award
Sustainable Farming Award
This award celebrates individuals or farm families who are sustainably developing and diversifying their on-farm activities. It recognises entrepreneurial farmers who have created new income streams through initiatives such as agri-tourism, farm tours, educational experiences, on-farm accommodation, value-added products, innovative marketing, and improved efficiencies, strengthening both farm viability and rural communities.
Sustainable Rural Social Impact Award
This award is open to not for profit or voluntary rural groups and organisations that are promoting or supporting the sustainable economic and/or societal development of their local community. For example, initiatives that improve the local economy, rural environment, social engagement and inclusion or cultural heritage.
Meet our Previous Award Winners
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Sustainable Farming Award
Winner – Arthur and Larissa Preston, Swainstown Farm, Co. Meath
Commendation – Padraig Fahy, Beechlawn Organic Farm, Co. Galway
Sustainable Rural Innovation Award
Winner – Living Green, Co. Donegal
Commendation – Micron Agritech, Co. Dublin
Sustainable Rural Social Impact Award
Winner – Liskennett Assisted Activity Centre, Co. Limerick
Commendation – Embrace Farm, Co. Laois
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Sustainable Farming Award
Winner – Broughgammon Farm, Co. Antrim Find out more
Commendation – Ériu, Co. Wicklow
Sustainable Rural Enterprise Award
Winner – Bó Rua Farm, Co. Cork Find out more
Commendation – Ballykilcavan Brewing Company, Co. Laois
Sustainable Rural Innovation Award
Winner – Fiorbhia Farm, Co. Laois Find out more
Commendation – The BRIDE Project, Co. Cork
Sustainable Rural Start-Up Award
Winner – Lvlogics, Co. Meath Find out more
Commendation – Martinstown Lodge, Co. Meath
Sustainable Rural Social Impact Award
Winner – CycleUp, Co. Roscommon Find out more
Commendation – Field Exchange Ltd, Co. Tipperary
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Sustainable Farming Award
Winner – Norman Dunne, Co. Kildare Find out more
Commendation – Fiorbhia Farm, Co. Laois
Sustainable Agri Start-Up Award
Winner – Woolow, Co. Galway Find out more
Commendation – Organic Connemara Eggs, Co. Galway
Commendation – Feighery’s Farm Beetroot Juice, Co. Offaly
Sustainable Rural Enterprise Award
Winner – Honestly Farm Kitchens, Co. Roscommon Find out more
Commendation – Farm Eye, Co. Roscommon
Commendation – The Galway Wool Coop, Co. Galway
Sustainable Rural Innovation Award
Winner – BiaSol, Co. Offaly Find out more
Commendation – The Old Irish Goat Society, Co. Mayo
Sustainable Rural Social Impact Award
Winner – The Grow Dome Project, Co. Dublin Find out more
Commendation – Fibreshed Ireland, Co. Wicklow
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Sustainable Farming Award
Winner – Edward T. Hanbidge, Co. Wicklow Find out more
Runner Up – Shane McAuliffe, Co. Kerry
Sustainable Agri Start-Up Award
Winner – Vanessa B. Woods Communications, Co. Meath Find out more
Runner Up – Beir Bua Bakes, Bláthnaid Sweeney, Co. Louth
Sustainable Rural Enterprise Award
Winner – Oriel Sea Salt, Co. Louth Find out more
Runner Up – Gee-Up, Co. Cork
Sustainable Rural Innovation Award
Winner – Kylemore Farmhouse Cheese, Teresa Roche, Co. Galway Find out more
Runner Up – Wild Irish Foragers, Gordon and Sharon Greene, Co. Offaly
Sustainable Rural Social Impact Award
Winner – Slí Eile Farm, Co. Cork Find out more
Runner Up – Burrenbeo Trust, Co. Galway