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Student

Individuals aged 16+ enrolled in agriculture, rural business, environmental or land-based study.

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Free

Member
(MSAg)

Individuals engaged in agriculture, or land-based business operations, or related industries who are developing their experience and do not yet qualify for Practitioner or Advisor grades.

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£25.00 Application Fee

Practitioner
(PSAg)

Professionals delivering management, operational, technical or professional services within agriculture and related industries.

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£50.00 Application Fee

Advisor
(ASAg)

Established agricultural and rural business advisers with 3+ years’ experience and Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance.

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£50.00 Application Fee

Membership criteria

Member (MSAg)

Individuals engaged in agriculture, or land-based business operations, or related industries who are developing their experience and do not yet qualify for Practitioner or Advisor grades.

Membership at this level is also open to those who wish to support the aims and objectives of the Society of Agriculture without necessarily seeking professional recognition or career progression.

£85/year

Typical roles:

  • Assistant Farm Manager or Deputy Estate Manager
  • Farm Administrator or Rural Business Support Officer
  • Trainee Consultant or Graduate Agricultural Adviser
  • Early-career Agronomist or Technical Specialist
  • Agricultural Apprentice or Trainee Manager
  • Environmental or Countryside Project Officer
  • Graduate Rural Surveyor (pre-MRICS or newly qualified)
  • Early-career professional in agricultural operation and related industries
  • Supporter of the Society with an interest in agricultural management, consultancy, operation, or related industries

Practitioner (PSAg)

Professionals who meet defined standards of qualifications and/ or experience in agricultural management, agricultural operations, or related industries. Typically engaged in delivering management, operational, or professional services within agriculture and related sectors, with a recognised level of professional standing.

£130/year

Typical roles:

  • Farm Manager or Estate Manager
  • Farm Director or Estate Director
  • Contract Farming Operator
  • Agronomy Services Manager
  • Operations Manager within agri-businesses or producer groups
  • Accountant
  • Solicitor
  • Agricultural Economist or Policy Analyst
  • Lecturer in Agriculture or Rural Business Studies
  • Agricultural Relationship Manager (Banking / Finance)
  • Diversification Project Lead (e.g. for renewable energy or tourism enterprises)
  • Veterinary Surgeon/ Veterinary Practice Manager/ Official Veterinarian

Advisor (ASAg)

Established advisors and consultants with over 3 years of practice in advising, consulting, or supporting rural and agricultural businesses and related industries applying technical knowledge to raise professional standards.

£220/year

Typical roles:

  • Agricultural Consultant/ Advisor
  • Farm Business Consultant/ Advisor
  • Rural Planning Consultant/ Advisor
  • Agri-environment or Agri-tech Specialist
  • Rural Surveyor
  • Knowledge Exchange Officer
  • Farm Assurance Adviser
  • Veterinary Consultant/ Advisor

Fellow (FSAg)

Recognised leaders in agricultural consultancy, education, management, operation and related industries who have made significant contributions to advancing standards, promoting knowledge, or improving practice in the UK and beyond.

Root Membership Grade
+£25/year

Typical roles:

  • Principal Agricultural Consultant with 10 years or more experience
  • Director of Rural or Land-Based Services
  • Professor or Senior Lecturer in Agricultural Management or Rural Economy
  • Head of Agri-Business Strategy or Innovation (e.g. food chain, agri-tech, supply chain)
  • Senior Policy Advisor
  • Chair or Trustee of a land-based professional or industry body
  • Chief Executive or Managing Partner of a consultancy, rural law, or accountancy firm
  • Veterinary Director or Senior Partner in a veterinary practice with regional/national influence
  • Professor of Veterinary Public Health or Livestock Health Management
  • Senior Fellow or Chartered Fellow of a relevant professional institute in related industries

Note: Any member who achieves Advisor (ASAg) grade or Practitioner (PSAg) and is also awarded Fellow (FSAg) will carry through their root membership grade. For example: FPSAg or FASAg.

FAQ

SocAg launches on 1 January 2026, following the merger of BIAC and IAgrM.

To provide:

  • A single, modern, professional body for UK agriculture
  • Higher standards and stronger governance
  • Clear professional recognition routes
  • Improved CPD and training
  • A unified and authoritative voice for agricultural professionals

Membership is open to individuals aged 16 or over who are:

  • Working, advising or operating within agriculture or land-based sectors
  • Studying agricultural, environmental or rural business subjects
  • Supporting agricultural consultancy, operations or related areas

Yes. Criteria for each grade are set by the Council (Board of Trustees).

Yes. All ASAg and FASAg applicants must provide proof of Professional Indemnity Insurance.

Yes. Applications must meet grade requirements and are reviewed by the Council or its delegated committees.