THE AWARDS
The Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards is open to farmers and farming operations within Australia that are leading the way in sustainable irrigation management. The farm must be irrigating a minimum of 25ha to be eligible. The Australian Awards will run this year, mid 2026.
Why farmers should enter
Now more than ever there is a focus on water use and agriculture is in the spotlight for ensuring sustainable water management.
We know how hard farmers work to manage and care for their water resources. These Awards are designed to celebrate farming excellence and be a platform to share how farmers are leading the way in responsible irrigation, innovative water management, and environmental stewardship.
The 2026 competition programme, categories, and prizes will be confirmed prior to the Awards opening.
2026 Awards Timeline
Nominations and entries open on 20 July 2026.
“It is quite humbling and an absolute honour to be awarded the Supreme Winner of the Trailblazer Awards. I was absolutely stoked to be a finalist let alone win the top award! You are only ever as good as the people around you. This Award is a testament to the hard work, attention to detail and passion of the team at Vaucluse Agricultural Company over the last seven years.”
Simon Burgess, 2022 Supreme Winner
“Thank you to Zimmatic Trailblazer Awards and all the sponsors for the effort you have put into this award to make it happen in this challenging time. We as a family are very proud for our achievement to win and the recognition that we have received has been overwhelming. I have had received phone calls from people to congratulate me that I never thought I would both from within and outside the agricultural industry.”
Rob and Eliza Tole, 2020 Supreme Winners