At NFU Mutual, we’re proud to partner with Scotland Food & Drink to launch the Inspirational Young Person Award 2025. Now in its seventh year, this award recognises young individuals aged 16 to 26 who are making a real difference in Scotland’s vibrant food and drink industry.

What Is the Inspirational Young Person Award?

This award shines a spotlight on the energy, talent, and commitment of young people working, studying, or volunteering in the food and drink sector. Whether they’re developing innovative products, supporting sustainability, working behind the scenes, or playing a vital role in day-to-day operations – this award is for anyone making a positive impact, not just those in leadership roles.

Key Dates

  • Nominations Open: Now
  • Nominations Close: Friday, 11 July 2025
  • Winners Announced: September 2025

Prizes

  • 1st Place: £500
  • 2nd Place: £300
  • 3rd Place: £200

Winners will also receive a bespoke trophy and national recognition through NFU Mutual and Scotland Food & Drink channels.

Why It Matters
Scotland’s food and drink sector is one of the country’s greatest strengths – driven by passion, hard work, and innovation at every level. This award is about recognising and celebrating the young people who contribute to its continued success, often without fanfare.

How to Nominate
Know someone aged 16 – 26 who’s going above and beyond in the food and drink sector? Whether they’re on the farm, in the kitchen, studying food science, or working in production, we’d love to hear their story.

Nominations are open now and close on Friday, 11 July 2025.

To nominate visit:
Inspirational Young Person Award 2025 | NFU Mutual

Visit Us at the Scottish Game Fair
Want to learn more in person? Pop along to the NFU Mutual stand at the Scottish Game Fair! Our friendly team will be there to share more about the award, chat about your nomination ideas, and celebrate Scotland’s incredible rural and food & drink communities.

While you’re there, enjoy some refreshments, meet our local agents, and enter our prize draw. We’d love to see you!