NFU Norfolk members have a new point of contact for farming issues with the arrival of Andrew Marriott as their new county adviser.
Andrew joined the NFU East team on 12 October. He succeeds Flora Archer, who is leaving for pastures new after almost four years in the role.
Andrew said: “I am absolutely delighted to join the NFU as a county adviser and I am looking forward to supporting NFU members in this crucial county role.
“I’m keen to build on Flora’s excellent work on key issues affecting members, including water availability, tackling rural crime and securing the long-term future of Norwich Livestock Market.”
Andrew grew up in a small village in rural Suffolk and has a lifelong passion for the countryside.
After leaving school he enlisted in the Household Cavalry Regiment and served for six years before returning to full-time education and completing an FdSc in Agricultural Management at Easton College, Norfolk.
He previously worked as an account manager for SOYL and as a rural adviser for the CLA.
“I’ve put down roots in Norfolk and am absolutely thrilled to have been given the opportunity to support NFU members in the place I now call home,” he said.
“I firmly believe our wider rural economy is dependent on the UK securing a robust agricultural industry into the future.
“Despite the many current challenges for farming, I see this is as unparalleled opportunity to support that endeavour.”
Andrew will have the chance to meet members at the county AGM, taking place at Park Farm, Hethersett at 12.30pm on 4 November, with NFU Vice-president Robyn Munt as guest speaker. Find out more about the meeting.