StanChart, Channel i launch 10th Agrow Award

Standard Chartered Bangladesh and Channel i have launched the 10th edition of the Agrow Award, reaffirming their commitment to recognising the outstanding contributions of individuals and organisations in Bangladesh's agriculture sector.

This edition continues to celebrate the resilience, innovation, and dedication that drive the nation's agricultural progress.

The 10th Agrow Award will spotlight excellence across multiple categories.

The award categories include: Lifetime Achievement; Farmer of the Year (male and female); Resilient Small-Scale Farmer (male and female); Hero for Change; Best Journalist (agriculture); Best Agricultural Organisation in Research, Innovation and Technology; Best Agricultural Organisation in Support and Execution; Best Agricultural Exporter; Best Climate Adaptation Solution; and Jury Special.

This year's edition introduces a new category "Best Rooftop Farmer" highlighting the role of rooftop cultivation in contributing to a more sustainable and liveable city by providing local, fresh, and safe food, while also improving air quality.

Commenting on the new edition, Naser Ezaz Bijoy, chief executive officer of Standard Chartered Bangladesh, said, "This year is special as it marks the 10th edition of the Agrow Award and celebrates 120 years of Standard Chartered in Bangladesh."

"Through this award, we have witnessed how a shared vision and collective action can transform small steps into giant leaps. We extend our sincere gratitude to Channel i for this valuable partnership," he added.

Shykh Seraj, director and head of news at Channel i, said, "In every crisis, it is the farmers of Bangladesh and the agriculture-based economy who work tirelessly to strengthen food security."

"Their extraordinary contributions deserve recognition, and the "Standard Chartered–Channel i Agrow Awards" are a modest attempt to honour that. In its tenth edition, a new category 'Best Rooftop Farmer' is being introduced, and we believe this will further encourage rooftop and urban farming initiatives."

"It will also play a vital role in making our cities more sustainable environments in which to live," he added.

Applications for the 10th edition of the award are now open and will be accepted until 15 July 2025.

A jury panel comprising local and international experts, academics, and industry leaders will evaluate the submissions.

The winners will be announced at a grand ceremony later this year.