The Sustainability Pioneer Awards are open to all Devon based food and drink businesses or those who provide a service to food & drink businesses (Producers, Retail, Hospitality & Supporters). All entries will be confirmed by email and an invoice issued if applicable.

These awards recognise strong and effective sustainable activities being practised by food and drink businesses across the county. We particularly encourage entrants to consider how they, as businesses, act as a force for good by supporting the three dimensions of sustainability – Environmental, Economic and Social (planet, people and profit). The award looks for three key things, firstly new initiatives and innovations which a business has put in place to achieve comprehensive benefits to sustainability. Secondly the commitment to sustainability running through the business and thirdly how these initiatives are communicated and shared within and beyond the business to inspire others. We will be looking for cutting-edge ideas which are breaking new ground and inspiring others to follow.

All judges will have the same detailed report to complete with a totally independent adjudicator verifying the results and winners. All entrants will be judged by our independent and unbi-ased expert judging panel during May, June or July 2026. Outstanding entrants will be awarded Bronze, Silver or Gold Awards, plus Awards will be given to the Best Overall Business.