Be vigilant of scam callers
The NFU has received reports from members who have been receiving calls that look like they come from NFU Headquarters. The company purports to be selling insulation.
These companies have no relation to the NFU, NFU Cymru or NFU Energy and should be ignored.
Please do not pass on any personal details to these callers.
You can contact NFU CallFirst on 0370 845 8458 to check if we are doing any calls or promotions.
Read our advice on how to deal with scam callers.
Staffordshire YFC Rally & Tug & Glug
Fun filled day with plenty of activities for everyone.
- Fence erecting (10.30am)
- Static deadline (midday)
- Presidents Challenge (12.30pm)
- Main Ring – Total Wipeout (3pm)
- Bar & Hog Roast (5pm)
- Awards & Presentations (9pm)
Date
11 May 2024
Venue & Timings
All day at Nobut Hall, Leigh, Nr Uttoxeter, ST10 4QH by kind permission of the Stubbs family.
Sponsored by JCB, Lely and Malcolm Harrison
Uttoxeter, Abbots Bromley & Burton upon Trent have the following member event:
Trip to House of Parliament & NFU London
- 11am – meeting with Kate Griffiths MP in Westminster
- 12noon – tour of Parliament
- 30pm – lunch at NFU London Office
- 15pm – talk by External Affairs Team
- 3pm – Departure
Date
15 May 2024
Venue & Timings
Members are to meet at the NFU London Office, Smith Square, SW1P 3HZ at 9.30am for refreshments
Booking
To book your place(s) please contact the Uttoxeter office on 01889 562465.
Train tickets are to be booked by members.
Cyber Crime
The Midlands NFU held an online member meeting with WMRCCU in autumn 2023, the opportunity to register with them is still available, this is aimed to improve your business’s cyber security.
With membership at the WMRCCU, you will receive regular tips and guidance on how to firm up your business’s cyber security.
Register to become a member (for free) today at www.wmcrc.co.uk/membership
Mid Staffs Group has the following member meetings:
One Day Branch Trip
Date
June (tbc)
Venue & Time
Exploring the area of Herefordshire. Further information will be available in Spring 2024.
For more information please contact branch on 01785 251051
Branch Farm Walk
Dearnsdale Fruit are are dedicated soft fruit farmers, who use state of the art technology to sustainably grow, pick, pack and deliver around 5000 tons of superb strawberry and raspberry varieties annually to UK and international supermarkets. More recently, this is now extended to blueberries.
Date
July (tbc)
Venue & Time
Dearnsdale Farm, Bury Ring, Haughton, Stafford, ST18 9DH courtesy of Mr Tom Busy & family. Start time 7pm.
For more information please contact branch on 01785 251051
Annual Golf Day
Date
Summer 2024
Venue & Time
tbc
For more information please contact branch on 01785 251051
Cheadle, Eccleshall & Stone branch has the following member meetings:
Clay Pigeon Shoot
Date
20 June 2024
Venue & Timings
TBC
For further information call Claire Preston on 01785 817470
Farm Walk
Date
July TBC
Venue & Timings
TBC
For further information call Claire Preston on 01785 817470
Annual Trip
Date
10-11 September 2024
Venue & Timings
TBC
For further information call Claire Preston on 01785 817470
Branch Christmas Party
Date
5 December 2024
Venue & Timings
TBC
For further information call Claire Preston on 01785 817470
English Farmers wanted, to test agroforestry advice in ELM
Considering Implementing Agroforestry on Your Farm? Join the Woodland Trust to test different forms of advice and guidance for Defra.
The aim is to test a range of advice and guidance structures with farmers as you go through the process of designing your own bespoke agroforestry scheme. Payment available as a contribution for your time and support to apply for funding if you want to implement your scheme.
If you are interested in getting involved, please email [email protected] with subject ‘Defra Test and Trial’.
- Details of your farm size
- Location and type of farm
- A brief outline of the type of agroforestry you are interested in
- Summary of your agroforestry experience to date.
- Contact details
We will then contact you to discuss the Test in more detail. The Test is being delivered in partnership with the National Trust and the Organic Research Centre. Third party advice providers will also be commissioned.
Phase 2 activity will start from 1 September 2024.
Thank you, we look forward to hearing from you.
If you’d like to find out more on agroforestry, visit https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/trees-for-landowners-and-farmers/
Farming for Britain's Future: our election manifesto
Our general election manifesto – Farming for Britain's Future – outlines our key asks of the next government to ensure farmers and growers can continue to deliver for the environment, economy and local communities while producing more of the great British food we all enjoy.
We need politicians to work with us so we can fulfil our potential and continue to farm for Britain’s future.
Lichfield, Rugeley, Tamworth & Atherstone Branch have the following member event:
Branch Trip
We will be visiting Patshull Estate and Petsey Farm.
Lunch will be at The Cock Inn, Woodseaves, ST20 0NP
Date
21 June 2024
Venue & Timings
Departure will be at 8.30am from Curborough Farm (itinerary available when booking) – return to the farm will be by 6pm.
Cost
£15pp (lunch is to be paid separately at the venue)
Booking
To book your place(s) please contact the Lichfield branch on 01543 271378