AUSVEG Farming Business of the Year Award – Nomination Form Farming Business of the Year 2025 AwardPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please note that the ‘AUSVEG – Farming Business of the Year’ nominations will close 20th June 2025. Introduction The ‘AUSVEG – Farming Business of the Year Award’ is open to any farming business operating in North Queensland (Mackay to Hinchinbrook) that has demonstrated excellence across all aspects of production, innovation, and industry engagement over the past year (January 2024 to date). Judging Nominations are judged by an independent panel, with members to be confirmed closer to the event. Judges will be selected to ensure fairness, integrity, and a strong understanding of North Queensland’s agriculture sector. Judging will be based on the merit of the nominations received and any subsequent information as requested. The independent judging panel’s decision will be final. Important Information for Applicants Before submitting your application, please ensure you have completed all sections of this form and addressed each of the criteria thoroughly. Entries will be assessed on the strength of your responses to the questions below and on the quality and relevance any supporting material provided. You are invited to nominate yourself or your business, or to put forward another individual or business you believe has made a valuable contribution to North Queensland agriculture. If you are nominating someone else, please complete the nomination form to the best of your knowledge. Bowen Gumlu Growers will inform the nominee of their nomination and assist in finalising the submission if needed. Please note that this web form cannot be saved mid-way. We strongly recommend preparing your responses in a Word document first. You may then either upload your completed application at the end of this form or copy and paste your answers into the relevant fields below. A shortlist of applicants will be selected and recognised at the NQ Growers Gala, where the winner will also be announced. All shortlisted applicants will be notified by 7th July 2025. For assistance or further enquiries on the AUSVEG – Farming Business of the Year Award, please contact Gillian Russell from Bowen Gumlu Growers Association on 0427 009 929 Nominator Details (your details) Name *FirstLastPhone *Email *Entrant Details This nomination is for: Company / business name: *ABN:Address/Location:Primary Contact NameFirstLastPositionPhone could Primary photographs EmailPlease provide a company profile, including key crops, years of operation, number of employees.Up to 150 wordsDescribe how the business has demonstrated excellence in production and sustainability over the past year (January 2024 to date).Include examples of quality standards, environmental stewardship, and adherence to best-practice compliance. Up to 150 wordsWhat innovations or new practices has the business implemented recently?Outline technologies, systems, or processes adopted to improve productivity, efficiency, or environmental outcomes. Up to 150 wordsHow does the business contribute to industry leadership or community engagement?Examples may include mentoring staff, supporting workforce development, participating in research, industry bodies, or hosting / participating in field days or events. Up to 150 words.Share how the business has shown resilience and growth in the face of challenges over the past year.Describe how the business has adapted to challenges (e.g. weather events, labour shortages, market changes) over the past year and highlight key achievements in business growth, performance, or strategic planning that supports long-term success. Up to 150 words.OPTIONAL: Please upload any supporting documents. This could include certifications, photographs or media highlights.OPTIONAL: Please upload any supporting documents. This could include certifications, photographs or media highlights.OPTIONAL: Please upload any supporting documents. This could include certifications, photographs or media highlights.OPTIONAL: Please provide any links to social media accounts or website pages that support your nomination.A shortlist of applicants will be selected and recognised at the NQ Growers Gala on the 30th August 2025, where the winner will also be announced. All shortlisted applicants will be notified by 7th July 2025. All nomination responses will be kept confidential and used solely for judging purposes, with highlights from the five shortlisted entrants featured in the official Gala Awards booklet. For assistance or further enquiries on the AUSVEG – Farming Business of the Year Award, please contact Gillian Russell from Bowen Gumlu Growers Association on 0427 009 929 Submit
