Peeblesshire farm manager, Matt Griffin has been chosen as our 2025 Tweed Forum River Champion in recognition of his nature-inspired approach to agriculture which is boosting land resilience and enhancing biodiversity. The award is presented each year to someone with an outstanding commitment to protecting, preserving and enhancing the River Tweed and its surrounding natural, built and cultural heritage.
Presenting Matt with his trophy, Tweed Forum Chair, Debbie Playfair said: “The health of the River Tweed and its many tributaries depends on the land that surrounds them. Matt’s work at Neidpath Farms shows how thoughtful land management can deliver benefits far beyond the farm gate, including improved water quality, increased biodiversity and a landscape that is strengthened against climate pressures. Matt’s work, and his willingness to share the knowledge gathered as a result, makes him a truly deserving Tweed Forum River Champion.”
You can read all about the measures Matt has introduced over on our Tweed Forum River Champion page.