Crops magazine columnist Stephen Carr was announced as
columnist of the year at last night’s (9 May)
Periodical Publishers Association awards at
Grosvenor House, London.
The award coincide's with Mr Carr's 20th year of association
with the
Farmers Weekly
Group.
"Having not won it on one or two previous occasions, it meant
more winning it - it was thrilling to win," he told FWi.
"I’ve always relied on the support of editors over the years and
I hope it confirms their faith in me. It’s a tremendous boost to my
confidence as a writer."
The PPA awards are the equivalent of the publishing sector’s
Oscars.
Crops editor Charles Abel was delighted with Mr Carr’s win.
"Stephen has been a key asset for Crops magazine for many years and
has created a strong following thanks to his intelligent
understanding of farming issues combined with a unique ability to
inject humour into his writing.
"He is a key opinion former in the industry and his years of
service with the Farmers Weekly group are testament to his
qualities and abilities."
Farmers Weekly Group editor Jane King added: "This is a real
coup for Stephen and the group. We have a track record of getting
short-listed in this category with our columnists and we’re very
pleased Stephen’s work has been recognised by the publishing
industry."
Farmers Weekly was short-listed for editorial campaign of the
year for its
Local Food
is Miles Better campaign.
