The Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust has announced the appointment of 24 new Scholars for 2025, including Sam Brook from the horticulture sector.
Sussex-based Sam manages the agronomy team at Vitacress Herbs. He is committed to transforming the industry by integrating natural processes and regenerative practices into crop production. To achieve this, Sam would like to expand his knowledge of substrates and the microbiome. Through his Scholarship Sam aspires to lead a movement towards sustainable horticulture, enhancing both environmental health and food quality for future generations.
Over the course of his Scholarship, Sam will travel internationally to gain an in-depth understanding of their study topic from global experts and leaders.
“Applications this year were incredibly strong, which made the job of our selection committee particularly challenging,” says Rupert Alers-Hankey, Director of the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust.
“This is my first year as director and I have been so impressed by the cohort of 2025 Scholars, who come from a wide variety of backgrounds and sectors. The list of topics the Scholars have chosen to explore is inspiring and reflects some of our industry’s most pressing challenges. Nuffield Farming Scholarships help develop future leaders in the UK’s agriculture and rural sectors. There is no doubt in my mind that the 2025 Nuffield Farming scholars will lead positive change in Agriculture”.
