National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs
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AGRI (Agriculture & Rural Issues)
Agriculture and rural life is at the heart of YFC and has been since the first club was founded almost a century ago.
The NFYFC aims to be the voice of the UK’s rural youth and the next generation of farmers. The Federation was established for the purpose of advancing the education of its members and their knowledge of agriculture, rural issues and country life. It also aims to promote agriculture as an attractive and viable career choice.
You enjoy today and we’ll look out for your tomorrow! This is what the NFYFC AGRI steering group is all about!
So how does NFYFC AGRI Steering Group help you to get your voice heard?
The YFC members who make up the AGRI Steering Group work to NFYFC’s constitutional aims of:
- Advancing education and knowledge of agriculture, life skills, rural affairs and country life
- Developing self-reliance and individual responsibility
- Training members to play their full part in the life of the movement and of the community
The NFYFC AGRI steering group work with the AGRI officer, Sarah Palmer, to:
- Give YFC members a national voice on industry-related matters, including considerations for a post-Bexit agricultural policy and to collaborate with industry organisations
- Promote the YFC profile for future support and funding opportunities
- Help promote food and farming education and careers
- Develop and provide training opportunities, resources, study tours and visits for YFC members
- Help promote farm safety.
- Be available for advice and information to YFC members and staff
- Develop and host the NFYFC AGRI Forum on the Saturday of Annual Convention – open invitation for YFC members, friends and guests to join in with discussion, see industry exhibits and hear latest news from YFC and industry experts – look out for a dedicated NFYFC AGRI Forum Facebook event.
The National Federation of Young Farmers and the NFU Next Generation Forum members have entered into a new joint venture in sharing the membership representation on CEJA -The European Council of Young Farmers . This enables young farmers to attend pan-European working groups, seminars and conferences in a bid to influence policy makers and industry to put young farmers’ needs and aspirations high on their agenda.
NFYFC AGRI Newsletter
Who do we work with?
The AGRI steering group has representation on, or works with, the following organisations/initiatives:
NFU Back British Farming TRIG LEAF CLA CEJA AgriSkills AHDB AHDB Education
Next Generation Forum #Student Farmer Defra Lantra FACE British Wool
Innovation for Agriculture Bright Crop Henry Plumb Foundation Worshipful Company of Farmers
See the AGRI Manifesto here and the AGRI position paper: Considerations for a future British Agricultural Policy.
Looking for industry training and events? Visit AHDB sector-specific events.
Get involved
The Source has some fantastic advice about how clubs can incorporate agriculture and rural issues in their club programme. Click here for more information.
LEAF Education (formerly FACE - Farming and Countryside Education) - has produced a special pack for YFCs with all the information you need to go into schools and create a buzz about farming!
Ensure your voice is heard and help shape the future of agriculture with this handy "How To Make A Difference" Guide, in association with the NFU.
Social media is also a great way to promote your club and what your club is doing to champion British agriculture and the future of farming. Simply use any of the following hashtags to promote what your club is doing:
#Morethantractors #YFCAGRI #YFCdoitbest #YOFO
The NFYFC has also created a very handy AGRI Help / AGRI Library document to help your YFC as well as Brexit Made Simple and Local Enterprise Partnerships - Understanding local and regional sources of funding.
The Smart Farming Guide provides advice on business development from YFC competitions to running and growing your business.
CEJA and European News
Keep up to date with the European Council of Young Farmers (CEJA) – Europe’s next generation of farmers.
You can follow all CEJA and European news by subscribing to the CEJA newsletter.
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