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#YFCAGRI NEWS The newsletter for the Agriculture and Rural Issues Steering Group Sponsored by • Update from AGRI Chair • Message from KUHN • BVDFree Campaign • AGRI Discussions • CEJA • Matching service • Summer shows • French study tour • Future campaigns Dates for your diary • Livestock Event - July 6-7 • NSA Sheep Event - July 27 • Game Fair - July 29-31 In this issue... AGRI Chair, Sam Dilcock Hi Everyone – it’s countdown again...but this time for the EU Referendum on June 23. We had a great discussion after the AGRI Forum with a 50:25:25 split in the audience, half of members wanted to stay in the EU, and the remaining split between out and undecided. We’ll be able to discuss the actual result at the next AGRI steering group meeting, conveniently on June 25! Let’s keep these valuable discussions going and hear more on the subject from former YFC member Rachel Jones later.
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#YFCAGRI NEWSThe newsletter for the Agriculture and Rural Issues Steering Group
Sponsored by
• Update from AGRIChair
• Message from KUHN• BVDFree Campaign• AGRI Discussions• CEJA• Matching service• Summer shows• French study tour• Future campaignsDates for your diary• Livestock Event - July
6-7• NSA Sheep Event -
July 27• Game Fair - July 29-31
In this issue...
AGRI Chair, Sam Dilcock
Hi Everyone – it’s countdown again...but this time for the EU Referendum on June 23. We had a great discussion after the AGRI Forum with a 50:25:25 split in the audience, half of members wanted to stay in the EU, and the remaining split between out and undecided. We’ll be able to discuss the actual result at the next AGRI steering group meeting, conveniently on June 25! Let’s keep these valuable discussions going and hear more on the subject from former YFC member Rachel Jones later.
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Kuhn Update
Proud sponsor of the NFYFC AGRI Steering Group
If you have YFC news for KUHN TV - there are screens in every dealership to display news and activities to our customers - make sure you send details of your events, training, fundraising success or community projects to [email protected]
We love to hear what YFC clubs and counties are doing and so do our customers! So don’t forget, KUHN TV is another channel for your YFC communication and it's FREE.
Kind regards, Siân Pritchard KUHN FARM MACHINERY
Hello EveryoneIt’s been a busy time for KUHN UK with preparations for this month’s Cereals Event, as well as grass events and demonstrations.
It has been great to see you at Cereals 2016 and still time to visit us on stand 956.
You can also enter our Cereals stand competition for a chance to win a KUHN branded Schöffel gilet.
We hope you’ve enjoyed the show!
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The AGRI steering group recommended to Council in February that NFYFC support the current bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD) BVDFree campaign.
With the forthcoming launch imminent on July 1, NFYFC will be helping to communicate news and ways in which you too can help spread the message or get involved in this industry campaign.
The Cattle Health and Welfare Group (CHAWG) has been working collaboratively to develop a national programme of BVD eradication.
BVDFree
Need some help?Members of Shropshire FYFC have created an agricultural discussion group for YFC members to discuss up-to-date industry news. They were supported by two of their principle sponsors Alltech E-CO2 and Shropshire Farm Vets at their first meeting. More than 50 young farmers took part in an engaging question and answer session following presentations. One of the aims of the inaugural meeting was to gauge members’ ideas on what they wanted to achieve from the group and future topics of interest. The next meeting will be a local farm walk in July.
Ed Potter, current SFYFC chairman, said: “There is much uncertainty and volatility in the agricultural sector at present. The one thing that is certain is that the enthusiasm of young people for farming and the countryside is as strong as ever.”
Many of the Alltech E-CO2 team have been, or are currently, involved in the YFC movement and are aware of the contribution it makes to the agricultural industry. They are willing to offer support to other county federations who are interested in replicating agri discussion groups within their area. If you would like to discuss further contact Rachel Jones [email protected] or Carrie Bellas [email protected] or call the office on 01270 522 645.
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What’s going on in Brussels, apart from the EU Referendum? Well quite a lot and you’ve probably heard a heart-felt address from the CEJA president Alan Jagoe when he attended the European Parliament to address serious issues affecting young farmers across Europe. Alan called on the EU to make new budget available to fund the implementation of Article 222 to enable producers to establish voluntary agreements on production.
Do you agree with Alan and do you feel that the voice of the President of CEJA resonates with you?
How does CEJA help you?
CEJA President’s pleaCEJA President Alan Jagoe addressed EU Agriculture Ministers and European Commissioner for Agriculture Phil Hogan at an informal Council meeting in Amsterdam on the theme ‘Food for the Future – the Future of Food’. Speaking on behalf of all European young farmers, he called for a positive signal to be sent to young farmers and an acknowledgement of how indispensable they are to the future of food.
Your NFYFC and NFU Next Generation Forum CEJA representatives attend working group meetings, seminars and conferences on your behalf. They are part of an important lobbying process to ensure that your voice is heard at the earliest opportunity and in the right place and context.
The AGRI group will be discussing future policy ideas and concerns and requesting your input. CEJA representatives’ details are available at the end of the newsletter.
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NFYFC will exhibit at the following shows this summer:
Livestock Event - July 6-7, NEC, Birmingham, Warwickshire
NSA Sheep Event - July 27, Three Counties Showground, Malvern, Worcestershire
Game Fair - July 29-31, Ragley Hall, Warwickshire
Countryfile Live - August 4-7, Blenheim Palace, Oxon
UK Dairy Day - September 12, The International Centre, Telford, Shropshire
Out and about this summer
A new beef arena featuring some of the very latest innovation to help all rearers and finishers improve their management systems will be launched at this year’s Livestock Event. You can find out how to make more from forage, the cheapest form of feed and hear panel debates and presentations from leading industry specialists and award-winning farmers.
The event also offers a showcase of the very best dairy breeds – including the national Ayrshire, British Friesian and Brown Swiss shows. There are beef and sheep classes and competitions as well as a focus on animal health and new machinery launches.
The NFYFC Youth Forum will be showcasing the organisation’s support for farm safety as a member of the Farm Safety Foundation and the great work of YFCs. If you’re visiting the show, Amy and her fellow-members will be in Hall 19 on stand BM326 and look forward to seeing you there.
Livestock Event
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AGRI and Devon FYFC member Caroline Trude and former AGRI chair and Herefordshire FYFC member Russell Carrington continue their work on the Land Partnership Service national industry advisory group.
The group comprises members including National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (NFYFC), Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), Exeter University, Country Land and Business Association (CLA), Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV), Delta Innovation and of course farmers.
YFC members on advisory group
New Matching Service Launched
The Fresh Start Land Partnerships Service opened on June 1 to help forge future rural and agricultural business opportunities.
The bespoke service has been developed to draw together entrepreneurs looking for innovative ways of working with land owners, business owners or land agents with an opportunity or land to offer. The initiative aims to fill a recognised gap and enable new businesses to thrive with new agreements forged between like-minded individuals who just need a means of tracking down the right business partner.
This work was highlighted by research from organisations that included NFYFC and CLA. With the help of national funding and an industry advisory group, the new service will help match budding entrepreneurs with opportunities, particularly where the approach may be slightly more innovative such as share farming.
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NFYFC realises the importance of ensuring young farmers are able to create, innovate and grow. A new generation of farmers will need to become more productive, embrace innovation and boost their skill set – which includes marketing.
So whether you’re selling your produce or marketing a YFC event, you can’t get away from the art and importance of effective marketing and branding.
If you’re 18 or over, want to spend a few days with fellow YFC members in France, put October 9-11 in your diary.
Marketing and Branding
AGRI wants to ensure that YFC members benefit from its varied programme and is delighted to join forces with the Scottish Association of Young Farmers’ Clubs (SAYFC) for a study tour hosted by Massey Ferguson.Application forms will be available after the forthcoming Council weekend but you will fly out to Beauvais from Luton on Sunday October 9 to meet fellow YFC members from SAYFC at the Campanile Hotel, Beauvais, France.
The study tour comprises a combination of Massey Ferguson factory tours, a marketing and branding presentation from Campbell Scott - Massey Ferguson’s director of Sales, Engineering and Brand Development - and visits to dairy and arable farms.You’ll be able to enjoy some free time in Beauvais as well as discussing your future farming and marketing ideas.
Beauvais Study Tour October 2016
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Get ready to put your post-harvest and summer energy into three fantastic complementary campaigns and help promote your industry and YFC organisation at the same time!
September 12 heralds Red Tractor Week which leads nicely into National Young Farmers’ week September 19 (a cheeky chance to contact would-be members whilst supporting your industry) and the great British Food Fortnight September 17 – October 2. Whether you’re a producer or a consumer, these campaigns help support the fabric of our countryside and YFC organisation.
Ready to campaign?
Recent research shows that Red Tractor leads the way in food assurance and 58% of people surveyed said that the Red Tractor logo is the standard most likely to influence their buying decisions.
Red Tractor was established in 2000 and has grown to become the UK’s largest farm and food standards scheme, covering animal welfare, food safety, traceability and environmental protection.
A small, not for profit company, Red Tractor is run by the food industry to promote clearer labelling and ensure food originates from a trustworthy source. NFYFC is an industry partner for the forthcoming campaign and we’ll be sending out news of how you get involved, what materials you can use and how YFC can support the forthcoming campaign.
Red Tractor Week
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AGRI Contacts
ChairmanSam [email protected]
Vice ChairmanHarriet [email protected]
Area Representatives:East Midlands Alistair [email protected] [email protected]
EasternGerald [email protected] Ford [email protected]
NorthernSam DilcockRichard [email protected]
South EastColin [email protected] Martin (Ex-officio) LEAF [email protected]
South WestClaire [email protected] HutchinsonNFU [email protected]
WalesCEJA RepCatherine [email protected] [email protected]
West MidlandsHarriett Wilson [email protected] Thomas [email protected]
Fresh Start Land Enterprise RepsRussell Carrington [email protected] [email protected]
Co-Options to Agri Steering Group
Charlotte JohnstonCEJA [email protected]
Jock [email protected]
Charlotte [email protected]
Tom WellsCEJA and CLA [email protected]
Rebecca HealTRIG [email protected]
Richard BowerNFU Next Generation and CEJA [email protected]
NFYFC Agriculture and Rural Issues OfficerSarah [email protected] 857213
If you would like to raise any AGRI matters with the steering group or would like any information please contact your Area reps or the AGRI Officer.
