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Deadline to apply is November 23, 2025 at 23:59:00 CET. Applications and nominations close in:

Meet The
Community

Join the Community

Deadline to apply is November 23, 2025 at 23:59:00 CET. Applications and nominations close in:

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You are already a role model

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Imagine a world where regenerative farming is the norm

Top 50 Farmers is a community platform of diverse, pioneering regenerative farmers from across Europe. 

Each year, we open applications to find 50 more role models to join the community, creating a blueprint for what regenerative farming can look like. 

The fifty farmers are invited to join the Recognition Program, a year-long journey with opportunities to grow their business, brand, and learn from one another. 

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You are already a role model

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Imagine a world where regenerative farming is the norm 

Top 50 Farmers is a community platform of diverse and pioneering farmers from across Europe practicing regenerative management.

Every year, we open applications to find 50 new role models to join the community creating a blueprint for what regenerative farming looks like across Europe. 

The selected 50 farmers are invited to join the Recognition Program, a year-long journey with opportunities to grow your business and brand.

“Being part of Top 50 Farmers connected me with like-minded European regenerative farmers, strengthened my commitment to farming in harmony with nature, and showed me that real progress comes when farmers collaborate. Regenerative farming is the future, we need all of us together.”

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Hasta Gård, Sweden

“Being part of the Top 50 Farmers community has opened so many doors. Through the network, I have discovered new ideas, met inspiring peers, and found fresh ways to share my farm’s story with the world.”

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Tenuta San Carlo,
Italy

“It’s a big deal to be recognized as one of Europe’s most innovative regenerative farms. It gave us and our customers more confidence in our work. Top 50 Farmers opened us up to new perspectives and connected us to an incredible network of farmers to share ideas, challenges, and solutions with.”

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Søagergård, Denmark

“Education is the bridge between farmers and the wider world. Through Top 50 Farmers, we can share knowledge about regenerative food systems, help people understand the power of their choices, and inspire change from the soil up. Regeneration is a continuous journey of learning and collaboration and the movement needs your voice to grow.”

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Statek Mitrov, Czech Republic

“Top 50 Farmers has meant a lot to me. It gave us tremendous visibility. I also learned about other products, techniques, challenges, and methods for overcoming the difficulties we all face in farming today. The cohort showed me that I’m not alone. I’m part of a community of colleagues across Europe who offer great support.”

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Marienhof Monheim, Germany

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A Growing Movement

We believe that resilient and profitable farms are the blueprint for a future where regenerative agriculture is the norm. That’s why we created the Top 50 Farmers Recognition Program, an online platform and year-long journey designed to empower your farm to thrive and help the regenerative movement grow.

 

Each year, selected farmers become part of the Recognition Program. From the application process to onboarding, we tailor the experience around the needs and challenges you share with us. Our team shares your story, amplifies your voice, connects you to new opportunities, and facilitates meaningful learning and connection with peers across Europe.

Why apply for Top 50 Farmers?

Grow Your Business

As part of Top 50 Farmers, you will gain access to new pathways for business growth, financing, and markets. Our goal is to make regenerative agriculture the industry standard, ensuring that your farm, and the entire regenerative movement, have the support they need to be resilient, grow, and thrive for generations to come.

Learn From Peers

Top 50 Farmers offers a year-long program with facilitated online sessions connecting you to an incredible network of regenerative farmers across Europe. You’ll build deep connections with the other farmers in your cohort and alumni network and learn from inspiring speakers. We focus on topics such as mental health, branding, access to markets, and financing.

Amplify Your Brand

As a Top 50 Farmer, your regenerative journey will be shared across our website, social channels, and with the media. This visibility opens doors to new opportunities as financiers, consumers, and peers learn about your work and its impact. Sharing your story also showcases the diverse paths into agriculture, providing inspiration for the next generation.

Stage 1: Application Phase

Applications open on November 4, 2025 at 00:00:00. The deadline to apply is November 23, 2025, at 23:59 CET (midnight).

To ensure each application receives the attention it deserves, we are limiting the total number of applications to 150. We encourage you to submit yours as early as possible.

Stage 2: Screening

Applications are screened for eligibility by the Top 50 Farmers team before being presented to the Selection Committee.

Stage 3: Selection Committee Review

Each application is reviewed in depth by the Selection Committee, evaluating each farm’s work, vision, and impact.

Stage 4: Farmer Peer Review

To ensure a genuine farmer-to-farmer dimension in the selection process, the current cohort is invited to review the section on why the applicant wants to join the network and what they want to bring to the community. The applicant’s name is anonymized during this stage.

Stage 5: Final Review

The Top 50 Farmers Advisory Board reviews the results to raise any concerns, ties, or strategic considerations to ensure broad diversity and representation.

Stage 5: Results Shared with Applicants 

All applicants will receive a reply from Top 50 Farmers about the status of their application by mid to end February 2026.

The Recognition Ceremony announcing the Top 50 Farmers 2026 cohort will be held in March 2026. 

Top 50 Farmers Application Process

Every application is received with deep appreciation for the work, passion, and commitment behind it.

 

While no process can capture every detail of a farmer’s story, our transparent and intentional review helps the Selection Committee identify 50 diverse farmers from across Europe practicing regenerative management to serve as role models for the next generation.

Top 50 Farmers nomination process

The nomination process will gather the collective experiences of farmers leading the way to create a platform of opportunities for building resilient and profitable businesses.

Top 50 Farmers Application Process

Every application is received with deep appreciation for the work, passion, and commitment behind it.

 

While no process can capture every detail of a farmer’s story, our transparent and intentional review helps the Selection Committee identify 50 diverse farmers from across Europe practicing regenerative management to serve as role models for the next generation.

Stage 1: Application Phase

Applications open on November 4, 2025 at 00:00:00. The deadline to apply is November 23, 2025, at 23:59 CET (midnight).

To ensure each application receives the attention it deserves, we are limiting the total number of applications to 150. We encourage you to submit yours as early as possible.

Stage 2: Screening

Applications are screened for eligibility by the Top 50 Farmers team before being presented to the Selection Committee.

Stage 3: Selection Committee Review

Each application is reviewed in depth by the Selection Committee, evaluating each farm’s work, vision, and impact.

Stage 4: Farmer Peer Review

To ensure a genuine farmer-to-farmer dimension in the selection process, the current cohort is invited to review the section on why the applicant wants to join the network and what they want to bring to the community. The applicant’s name is anonymized during this stage.

Stage 5: Final Review

The Top 50 Farmers Advisory Board reviews the results to raise any concerns, ties, or strategic considerations to ensure broad diversity and representation.

Stage 5: Results Shared with Applicants 

All applicants will receive a reply from Top 50 Farmers about the status of their application by mid to end February 2026.

The Recognition Ceremony announcing the Top 50 Farmers 2026 cohort will be held in March 2026. 

Top 50 Farmers nomination process

The nomination process will gather the collective experiences of farmers leading the way to create a platform of opportunities for building resilient and profitable businesses.

Europe 2025 Edition

Meet the Top 50 Farmers

On March 19, the Top 50 Farmers will be announced

You're joining a powerful community of regenerative farmers leading change across Europe 

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European countries currently represented

26-70

Age range of farmers

1-4,300 ha

Farm sizes

Who will be the next 50?

FAQ's

  • Yes! Everyone can nominate a farmer. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when applications open.

  • Yes! If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, fill out the contact form or send us an email at info@top50farmers.org

  • If your organization would like to join the T50F network, fill out this application with more information about how you are working to advance regenerative agriculture in Europe.

     

    One of our team members will follow up on email with details about what membership looks likes and next steps for getting involved.

  • The waitlist is now open to join the Top 50 Farmer's Mastermind groups. You can add yourself to the list here.

  • You can meet the Team behind Top 50 Farmers here.

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