Update from Johanna Musson
Over the past month, the NFU team in Lincolnshire has been working hard to ensure farmer and growers' voices are heard on the issues that matter most.
Water security and drought have been a major focus, with the NFU calling for greater investment in water storage and farm infrastructure to help protect future food production following a challenging summer.
We held Back British Farming Day, bringing together farmers, growers, industry representatives to celebrate Lincolnshire's vital role in feeding the nation.
Your county representatives Henry Moreton, David Armstrong and Kate Armstrong took part in a roundtable discussion with Andrea Jenkyns, Lincolnshire mayor, and representatives from Lincolnshire councils.
We discussed water, technology for flood defences, abstraction, local procurement, skills and education, planning and infrastructure.
- Andrea Jenkyns is meeting Andy Burnham in four weeks to present five points of growth and is keen to make one of those points farming and technology. The NFU is to work closely with Andrea in putting this case forward
- We will be working together to push forward a ‘Buy Lincolnshire’ campaign
- She has requested that any farmers with delays in their abstraction licence contact her directly
- Potential to retain a percentage of business rates and income tax locally for agriculture
We had more than 50 members and stakeholders join us in the afternoon to hear from the mayor, a panel session celebrating women in farming, and an interesting discussion on family farms with the Armstrong family from the Spud Barn. They stressed the importance of communication, listening to others and being open minded.
As part of the day we also encouraged all Lincolnshire MPs to let everyone know how they are going to back British farming on video for social media.
The NFU has worked with local partners to promote farming as part of the Tour of Britain, helping showcase Lincolnshire agriculture to a national audience.
Rural crime remains a priority, with NFU Lincolnshire representing members at the Greater Lincolnshire Environmental Crime Summit on September 15 to continue the campaign for stronger action on fly-tipping.
We remain committed to championing local agriculture and supporting members across the county.
Dates for your diary
- 19 November, 6:30pm
Lincolnshire AGM
Guest speaker: Robyn Munt, NFU Vice-president - 3 December
Tree Giveaway
Roy Wards Farms Ltd
Invites and more information to follow in the coming weeks
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