It has been a busy month for the NFU in Suffolk with harvest finishing early, we had the opportunity to meet with many stakeholders over the summer.
We have met with the Fire Service where we received the news that they are planning to increase the number of engines which carry couplings to attached to farm water sources. They also sent their thanks to all the farmers who supported them during the Dunwich fires. We are exploring ways to make that coordination smoother in the future. We also met with Suffolk PCC Tim Passmore who after years of lobbying, has shared his ambition to double the size of the Suffolk Rural Crime Team. These are two fantastic local wins which we are happy to have achieved for members.
For Back British Farming Day this year, with the big change of councillors at the county council, we decided to invite all County Councillors out on farm. The purpose of this was to educate them not only on the farming basics, but also the challenges farmers in Suffolk are facing, so we can explore ways in which the council can help. We hope this is the start of a collaborative relationship where we can have more local successes in helping our farming members.
Our Suffolk County AGM is coming up on the 4th November at Fynn Valley Golf Club. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 and we will be joined by Robyn Munt, NFU Vice President, to hear about how your NFU has worked for you over the past year. This is also an opportunity to raise any questions and discuss your issues and concerns directly with your officeholders. Please save the date and registration will open shortly.