The search is on for the dealerships, people and initiatives that will take the honours at our Dealer of the Year Awards 2026, with nominations now open.

Dealerships can enter themselves, or be nominated by customers, suppliers or other third parties.

There are nine awards up for grabs, covering the breadth of the dealer sector - from garden, farm, forestry, professional turfcare and plant hire & construction dealerships to technicians, leaders and new initiatives.

Every entry will be considered for the prestigious Overall Dealer of the Year award -- sponsored by AL-KO & Weibang

The categories open for nominations are:

• Garden Machinery Dealer of the Year - sponsored by Toro
• Farm Machinery Dealer of the Year - sponsored by Ibcos
• Forestry Equipment Dealer of the Year - sponsored by Cramer
• Professional Turfcare Dealer of the Year - sponsored by Husqvarna
• Plant Hire and Construction Dealer of the Year - sponsored by Aptean
• New Technician of the Year - sponsored by STIHL
• Best New Initiative Award - sponsored by EGO
• Leadership Award - sponsored by AriensCo

Judges will consider achievements during the 12 months prior to submission. Written answers form the basis of each entry, while supporting evidence such as photographs and short videos can help bring a dealership's story to life.

The closing date for entries is 24th October 2026.