• National Farmers Union
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Mansel Raymond testimonial

I am hugely passionate about dairy farming and our lobbying is focused on creating the right environment for our members to be successful and profitable.

NFU Dairy Board Chairman, Mansel Raymond
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NFU launches new membership category for YFC members 30 Apr 2010

The NFU has launched a new category offering free membership to the Young Farmers’ Club movement, for members aged between 16 and 21. read more..

New meat control charges unwelcome in current economic climate 22 Apr 2010

NFU livestock board chairman Alistair Mackintosh today recognised that the Food Standards Agency had listened to the concerns of the industry regarding changes to meat control charges but expressed concern that the new level of charges could have an impact on the whole supply chain. read more..

Beet price holds key to future investment says NFU 21 Apr 2010

The NFU has submitted its proposals for the 2010 beet contract to British Sugar calling for a price of £34.50/tonne. read more..

NFU and CLA launch Campaign for the Farmed Environment 21 Apr 2010

The NFU and CLA today published an industry-led “Campaign for the Farmed Environment” to retain the environmental benefits provided by set-aside. read more..

Dairy farming bodies unite to take action 21 Apr 2010

Industry representatives from across Great Britain have met to discuss the critical situation for British dairy farmers and the united message from all the organisations was that it is time for action. read more..

Election for new vice president will take place in February 20 Apr 2010

The election of a new NFU vice president, after the resignation of Paul Temple, will take place in February 2010. read more..

Processors condemned over milk price cuts 07 Apr 2010

NFU dairy board chairman Gwyn Jones today (Tuesday) condemned milk processors following what he fears is the start of another round of milk price cuts. read more..

Dialogue over sheep regulations will aim to minimise impact 24 Mar 2010

The NFU will continue working closely with Defra to find ways to minimise the impact on English and Welsh sheep farmers of the introduction of individual movement recording of sheep after the Commissioner responsible said there would be scope for some flexibility over its implementation. read more..

Farmers playing their part in improving water quality 23 Dec 2009

Farmers are already taking action on a number of fronts to minimise their impact on water quality and will continue to work to make improvements, the NFU said today. read more..

UK farming unions say dairy farmers must benefit from EU fund 18 Dec 2009

Dairy officeholders from the UK farming unions have met to discuss the current dairy market situation and ensure that recent European developments benefit UK producers. read more..

NFU urges government to make use of ombudsman private member bill 17 Dec 2009

The NFU has urged the Government to work with Albert Owen MP following the introduction of his Private Members’ Bill which will set up the much-needed Grocery Market Ombudsman. read more..

EU sugar stockpiling ridiculous -NFU 16 Dec 2009

NFU Sugar board chairman William Martin today called on the European Union to alter its export policy rather than storing more than one million tonnes of sugar at a time when there was a world sugar deficit predicted. read more..

Planning levy must not become a tax on food 15 Dec 2009

The NFU, CLA, TFA and CAAV have joined forces to stop a proposed planning levy from impacting on agricultural building and development. read more..

NFU members to have their say on future of cap 15 Dec 2009

The NFU has launched a survey of its members to gauge their thoughts on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). read more..

Christmas comes early for children's charity at BBC Good Food Show 15 Dec 2009

An early Christmas present has been delivered to the children’s medical research charity Sparks thanks to the generosity of visitors to the NFU stand, supported by leading feed manufacturer ABN, at this year’s BBC Good Food Show. read more..

Disconnect in government sends contradictory signals to farmers on budget 14 Dec 2009

This year’s Pre-Budget Report comes with a nasty sting in the tail for many farmers and growers. read more..

RPA must make payments to fruit and veg co-ops before Christmas 11 Dec 2009

The NFU is calling on the Rural Payments Agency to take the decisions necessary to ensure it can release payments due to fruit and vegetable co-operatives in time for Christmas. read more..

Find all the ingredients for a great British Christmas at the BBC Good Food Show 10 Dec 2009

There is nothing better for a great Christmas dinner than a locally produced British turkey and locally grown seasonal vegetables – that’s the message the NFU will be taking to this year’s BBC Good Food Show. read more..

NFU response to pre-budget report 09 Dec 2009

The NFU has expressed relief that agricultural property has not had its exemption from inheritance tax removed after the delivery of today’s Pre-Budget Report by the Chancellor, Alastair Darling. read more..

Water summit will hear of farmers crucial role - NFU 08 Dec 2009

The NFU and the Environment Agency are to host a joint water summit to discuss the Agency’s Water Resources strategy with invited industry stakeholders. read more..

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