Ontario is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Awards, an initiative that honors key contributors to the province’s growing agri-food industry. These awards recognize the success and commitment of farmers, agri-buisnesses, and organizations that help build a strong, sustainable agricultural sector.
“The Excellence in Agriculture Awards provide an opportunity to honour and celebrate our agri-food leaders,” said Trevor Jones, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. “Ontario’s world-class agri-food leadership and talent are what gives us the edge in a competitive global environment, and we look forward to recognizing their innovation and success.”
The awards cover 12 important areas:
Youth Excellence
Food Processing Excellence
Research and Innovation Excellence
Northern Business Excellence
Workforce Excellence
Women’s Excellence
Education Excellence
Supply Chain Excellence
Indigenous, Métis or Inuit-Owned Business or Community Excellence
Promotional Excellence
Farm Family Excellence
Urban Agriculture Excellence
Nominations are open until September 2, 2025. Interested individuals can nominate themselves or others at ontario.ca/agrifoodinnovation.
This award program supports Ontario’s Grow Ontario Strategy, which aims to promote the importance of local food, drive economic growth, and strengthen rural communities. By showcasing excellence, the province hopes to inspire future leaders and ensure a sustainable food supply.
From youth to innovators, and from urban growers to traditional farm families, the awards highlight the many roles that contribute to a vibrant and resilient agri-food system.