Agriland is celebrating a strong showing at this year’s prestigious Agri Guild Awards, having been shortlisted across a number of categories recognising excellence in agricultural journalism and communications.

Among the nominations is the exclusive Agriland series - Groundbreakers - Women in Agriculture, as well as its 'Farm Safe, Farm Well' campaign with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and AXA Insurance.

The shortlisted entries were assessed by an independent panel chaired by Tirlán's corporate affairs director Pat O’Keeffe, formerly news editor of the Irish Farmers Journal.

He was joined by Prof. Gerry Boyle, former director of Teagasc; Roz O’Shaughnessy, head of communications at Bord Bia; Liam Lavelle, executive producer at Agtel Productions; and communications specialist, Sara McCracken.

Below is a look at Agriland's nominations across four categories:

Best Audio: 'Groundbreakers' by Kathleen O'Sullivan and Agriland Team

Best Visual Report: 'Groundbreakers – Women in Agriculture’ – Kathleen O’Sullivan, William Cribbin, Leo Dowling and Agriland Team

Best Targeted Campaign: 'Farm safe, Farm Well' - Aisling O'Brien, William Cribbin and Agriland Team

Rising Star category: Kathleen O'Sullivan.

The 'Groundbreakers' series highlighted the important role of women in farming, showcasing a number of diverse experiences.

This is especially important as 2026 is the United National International Year of the Woman Farmer.

As part of the series, Agriland travelled across the country speaking to inspiring women in the sector.

It explored innovation and diversification, generational renewal, and the evolving identity of Irish farming.

Meanwhile, the 'Farm Safe, Farm Well' series aimed to reduce the number of farm-related deaths and injuries across this country, with statistics from the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) showing that working in agriculture is consistently the most dangerous job in Ireland.

Over the course of six months, Agriland travelled the length and breadth of the country speaking to survivors of farm accidents, their families and the organisations that support them.

As part of the campaign, Agriland published a series of videos, podcasts and articles with testimonials, interviews and 'straight-talking' information that might make you think twice about undertaking a job around the farm.

Journalist Kathleen O'Sullivan grew up on a beef farm in Co. Kerry and still lives in Munster.

She has worked in national media as a reporter covering agriculture and rural affairs in recent years.

She is a 2020 graduate of the University of Limerick, holding a degree in Journalism with Law.

Along with experience gained in national and local media, she also previously held a policy officer role with the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association and is pursuing a career in law at the moment.

Agri Guild Awards

Sponsored by FBD Insurance, the biennial Guild of Agricultural Journalists’ Agri Guild Awards shine a spotlight on the outstanding work being produced across the agricultural media industry.

From hard-hitting news and technical reporting to multimedia storytelling and communications campaigns, the awards recognise the people and organisations bringing the biggest stories in Irish agriculture to life.

This year’s shortlist showcases an impressive range of talent from across the industry.

With almost 130 entries received, competition is stronger than ever, making Agriland’s multiple nominations all the more significant.

The winners will be announced at a black-tie awards ceremony on Thursday, November 19, at The Grand Hotel in Malahide, Co. Dublin.

Alongside cash prizes for category winners, the evening’s top honour – the prestigious bronze trophy known as ‘The Bull’ – will be awarded to the entry judged to have demonstrated exceptional overall merit.

Chair of the Guild of Agricultural Journalists in the Republic of Ireland, Agriland editor, Stella Meehan, said this year’s shortlist reflects the most topical and important stories which shaped the agricultural sector over the past two years.

“There were almost 130 entries to this year’s awards, even more entries than our last competition reflecting the growing nature of the industry and the many important stories that have been told in the past 24 months.

“The Guild is also thankful to the panel of judges who gave of their time and expertise so generously over the past few weeks and we look forward to welcoming all the nominees and their peers to a wonderful event at The Grand Hotel, Malahide on November 19.”

Following a unanimous recommendation by the independent judging panel, the best photograph award will not be presented for 2026 due to a low volume of eligible entries meeting the required standard.