Britain’s Fittest Farmer 2024: Qualifier locations announced

Three qualifier venues have been confirmed for Britain’s Fittest Farmer 2024, with the first stages kicking off at the Lincolnshire Show and Royal Highland Show in June.

Last year these events attracted huge crowds of show-goers to cheer on the plucky entrants. The final qualifier in July will be held at the Royal Welsh Show – an exciting venue first for the competition.

See also: Britain’s Fittest Farmer 2023: Meet the winners

Entries can be made to one of the following categories:

• Men under 40
• Women under 40
• Men over 40
• Women over 40

The event is open to farmers and those working in the wider agricultural industry over the age of 18, and all abilities are welcome.

So get your trainers on, and bring your friends and family along to show some support at one of our three qualifier locations, where competitors will face a series of tough challenges designed to test speed, strength and stamina.

But Britain’s Fittest Farmer is not all about physical abilities – contestants also take part in an interview round that focuses on how they maintain a healthy mindset, and what they do to champion mental health within the community to keep this important conversation going.

After this, scores are recalibrated and the top entrants – up to 10 from each category – will then have a shot at reaching the final stages of the competition in September, where £1,000 is up for grabs for each of the winners.

How to enter

• Applying couldn’t be simpler. Head over to the Britain’s Fittest Farmer website, and upload a photo or short video of yourself.
• Select your preferred qualifier venue and the category you are entering.
• Remember to tell us about how you stay mentally and physically fit for farming, and what makes you a great ambassador for the industry.
• Don’t forget to also add your contact details so we can get in touch.