The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture is searching for the Island's 'most forward-looking' farmers and food producers.
Nominations are now being invited for the 2017 Food and Farming Awards - a scheme designed to 'empower' local businesses.
The awards look for the most efficient and profitable farmers and for those promoting resilience, innovation and diversification.
Marketing officer Audrey Fowler says the awards help promote innovation and economic growth:
Businesses who wouldn't recommend IOM almost triples in 8 years
Around 20 percent of local companies say they wouldn't recommend the Island as a place to do business.
M&S officially opens new-look Douglas food hall
Percy Pig and Colin the Caterpillar were on hand this morning to help officially open Marks and Spencer's new food hall.
Unemployment falls in October
Unemployment fell on the Island last month, according to the latest official figures.
Staff, energy and materials blamed for price rises
Around 45 percent of Island businesses say they've had to up their prices over the past six months.
Made in Mann labels to get update
The enterprise minister says an updated labelling scheme for Manx produce is set to be unveiled next year.
Quarry valuations queried in Tynwald
The minerals in the Island's quarries haven't been fully valued in three years.
More people falling under income tax threshold
The number of people who aren't required to submit a tax return has been rising steadily over the past four years.
Blessed are the (Manx) cheese-makers!
Isle of Man Creamery is celebrating after picking up two awards.
