The start of a new decade brought challenges on a global scale. The Covid-19 pandemic caused YFCs to close again, like they had done during the Foot and Mouth crisis. The major difference this time was that YFCs could deliver an online programme of activity to keep members connected and a YFC at Home programme was launched.
While membership numbers dipped during the pandemic, NFYFC is already seeing an uplift in the number of people joining the organisation again since clubs could re-open properly.
A new YFC Achiever Awards programme was launched to recognise and celebrate the work of YFC members throughout the organisation and attracted new sponsors and partners. And former international rugby referee Nigel Owens MBE was elected as NFYFC President – at the organisation’s first ever online Annual General Meeting!
NFYFC also celebrates its 90th year during 2021-22 and its Patron The Queen sent a message of support to mark the occasion.
NFYFC continues to review and evaluate its role within the rural youth and agricultural sectors ensuring it is able to continue to meet the needs of today’s members.
Please convey my warm thanks to the members of the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs for their kind message, sent on the occasion of their celebrations to mark the club’s ninetieth membership year from September 2021 to August 2022.
As your patron, I was pleased to learn that clubs have begun meeting again, following a very challenging period throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Your thoughtfulness in writing is much appreciated. In return, I send my best wishes to you all for a most memorable and enjoyable year marking this notable milestone.
HM Queen Elizabeth II
NFYFC Patron
