2026 Nominees: Young Grower of the Year

2026 Young Grower
of the Year

2026 Young Grower of the Year Luca Farmer from Farmer Group, South Australia

Potato and onion innovator drives soil-first approach to national recognition

South Australian grower Luca Farmer has been named the 2026 Corteva Agriscience Young Grower of the Year, recognised for his forward-thinking approach to potato and onion production and his strong focus on improving soil health across his operations.

The Farmer Group representative was announced as this year’s winner following industry praise for his commitment to sustainable practices and long-term productivity. His work is helping set a benchmark for modern agriculture, reflecting both innovation in action and the direction of the Australian horticulture industry.

2026 Nominees

Congratulations to all the 2026 nominees.

Angelo Shwebeth , SA Fresh Harvest

Arseneos Arharidis, Arharidis Fresh, SA

Dr Chris Cannizzaro, Macadamia Farm Management Pty Ltd, QLD

Damien Silm, Cedar Creek Orchards, NSW

Evan Braham, Braham Produce, SA

Jaspreet Mann, Montague Farms, NSW

Johnny Nguyen, HHH Pty Ltd, SA

Luca Farmer, Farmer Group, SA

Myles and Clayton Donovan , The Donovan Group, QLD

Young Grower of the Year

Corteva Agricience are proud sponsors of the annual Hort Innovations Young Grower of the Year award, highlighting the breadth of young horticulture talent in Australia. Meet the nominees and past participants.

2025

Congratulations to all the 2025 nominees. Learn a little more about our next crop of Australian Growers and how they plan to grow the future of Australian horticulture.

Meet all the Nominees

Past Nominees

Corteva has been a proud sponsor of the AUSVEG Young Grower of the Year award since 2018. See the long list of talented alumni who have vied for the prestigious title.

Meet Past Nominees

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2026 Young Grower of the Year