The Co-op Group has its origins in the co-operative consumer societies started by the Rochdale Pioneers, and we are now one of the world’s largest consumer co-operatives, owned by millions of members. The Co-op is a major supporter of British farming and home-produced foods, trading with thousands of UK farms and hundreds of suppliers from across the UK.

People are at the heart of the products we sell, and we are proud to support the LBEL awards which recognise the brilliant talent in our industry.  

Redwings is one of the largest equine welfare charities in the UK with more than 1300 rescued horses in its direct care and over 700 more living out in loving guardian homes. We are also a significant landowner and employer in the land sector with over 300 staff and volunteers, the majority of whom work directly with our horses on a daily basis at one of our centres across the country including one in Warwickshire and several in Norfolk.

Founded in 1972, The British Association of Landscape Industries is the UK’s leading trade association for landscaping professionals, promoting, supporting and inspiring over 950 Accredited organisations and individuals, including Contractor, Designer and Supplier members.

Working across over 50+ disciplines, including hard and soft landscaping, playground installation, irrigation and design facility, members are vetted against the highest standards of excellence.   

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) is the largest shooting organisation in the UK and a representative body for sporting shooting and associated conservation.

It has approximately 150,000 members, is governed by an elected Council, and has specialist full-time teams covering everything from firearms and land management to education and political affairs.   

The Floristry Trade Club, established by Interflora, serves as an online community and resource hub dedicated to florists, flower shop owners, aspiring florists, and basically everyone in the floral industry.

The Trade Club offers invaluable advice and resources aimed at helping floral businesses flourish and enhancing individual floristry skills.

Recognising a gap in the formal recognition of those studying floristry, the Trade Club became involved in the LBELs to ensure that the achievements of the next generation of florists receive the recognition they deserve.

The Pony Club is proud to support the Land Based and Environment Learner Awards. As a youth development charity, we aim to give our members opportunities to learn and develop skills that will support their future careers, whether in the equestrian sector or wider.

With over 30,000 members in the UK and 100,000 worldwide, we are a global organisation promoting fun and friendship through the shared passion for horses and ponies.   

Our branches and centres run a huge range of activities, including camps, competitions and un-mounted sessions.

Our progressive testing system is highly respected across the industry, supported by numerous achievement badges and awards. The Pony Club is all about Fun, Friendship, Horsemanship and Sport.

The We Are Land-based Engineering Initiative was launched in 2022 by the Land-based Engineering Training and Education Committee (LE-TEC).

Focused on connecting directly with the next generation to showcase careers and education opportunities in land-based engineering.

Supporting the LBEL Awards is vital for showcasing successes in land-based engineering.

GroundsFest is a groundbreaking event dedicated to the groundscare and landscaping industries, providing a unique platform for professionals to connect, learn, and discover the latest innovations.

With live demonstrations, hands-on training, and a vibrant festival atmosphere, GroundsFest is more than just a trade show—it's an experience that fosters community and growth.

We got involved with the LBEL Awards because we believe in celebrating the exceptional talent and commitment within the land-based and environment sectors. Our connection to these sectors runs deep, as GroundsFest is dedicated to promoting education, innovation, and excellence in groundscare and landscaping. Collaborating with Lantra and Landex to support the LBEL Awards aligns with our mission to empower and recognise the next generation of industry leaders.

Blue Cross is a national charity that has been helping sick, injured and homeless pets since 1897. The charity helps thousands of pets and their people by providing veterinary care, expert behaviour advice and finding homeless pets loving families.

It also offers education for future generations plus pet bereavement support for those who have lost their beloved pet companion. Blue Cross is proud to sponsor the Veterinary Nursing and Animal Care Award.

This partnership reflects our mission to improve the lives of pets and people by supporting veterinary care for those in need, while celebrating and fostering emerging talent within the veterinary profession. By recognizing the dedication of veterinary nurses, we honour Lantra’s commitment to advancing essential skills in the land-based and environmental sectors, making this award a meaningful tribute to the invaluable role of veterinary professionals in animal welfare and care.