Your Bedfordshire and Huntingdonshire county NFU update

Following the success of the Harvesting Talent young member conference earlier this year, Bedfordshire and Huntingdonshire NFU young members  (under 40ish) are invited to an exclusive visit to Frontier Agriculture's Sandy site. 

This behind-the-scenes tour will provide a fascinating insight into the business, including the laboratory, seed plant and storage facilities.

The visit will be followed by an interactive workshop led by Clare Malone, Talent Acquisition Partner at Frontier Agriculture. 

With more than 22 years' experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, Clare will share valuable insights into Frontier's approach to attracting, recruiting and retaining talent.

Members will have the opportunity to explore how these recruitment strategies and best practices could be adapted and applied within their own businesses.

The event will conclude with an opportunity to continue discussions and network with fellow young members over a drink and supper at a local pub.

Please note that safety boots must be worn for the site tour. High-visibility vests and bump hats will be provided, although members are welcome to bring their own bump hat if preferred.

Enjoy a thrilling afternoon of racing at Huntingdon Racecourse this November, celebrate the jump season in full swing and the local farming and agricultural community.

Expect competitive racing, a fantastic atmosphere, and an enjoyable day out for all.

10% off tickets.

Tickets can be purchased in advance through the Huntingdon Racecourse website. Simply enter the code AGRIH10 at checkout to receive your 10% discount.

Water Resources East have just launched a Water Resilience Grant which is open to agricultural and horticultural businesses across Cambridgeshire.

Grants of up to £50,000 are available to help reduce the use of abstracted water and consumption of public water supplies (’mains water’). Funding can cover up to 50% of eligible project costs. Example projects could be rainwater harvesting, irrigation controllers, precision irrigation technology etc. The scheme is also open to innovative water saving and efficiency projects. 

Scheme Overview

• Location: Projects must be located within Cambridgeshire
• Project Aims: Projects that improve water use efficiency e.g. rainwater harvesting, soil moisture sensors, irrigation controllers etc.
• Open to: Agricultural and horticultural businesses operating within Cambridgeshire
• Grant value: £2,000–£50,000
• Funding contribution: Up to 50% of eligible project costs, paid after costs have been incurred and claimed
• Match funding required: 50%
• Total funding available: £1.3 million
• Funding provided by: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) via Cambridgeshire County Council

 Information about the grant including the guidance, FAQs and application form, can be found on the grant webpage.