Welcome

About the NFU

"The National Farmers' Union is the democratic organisation for farmers and growers in England and Wales."

The National Farmers' Union represents the farmers and growers of England and Wales. Its central objective is to promote successful and socially responsible agriculture and horticulture, while ensuring the long term viability of rural communities.

We have been at the forefront of farming and rural issues for nearly one hundred years. The NFU was founded in 1908 and is financed by members' subscriptions. We are not affiliated to any political party and have a completely democratic structure.

The NFU is the largest farming organisation in the UK, representing around three quarters of the full time commercial farmers of England and Wales.

Through over 300 branch offices, seven regional offices, one office in Wales and its London headquarters, the NFU is able to keep in close contact with its members and serve their needs locally and nationally. Through its Brussels office the NFU has a voice at the heart of Europe.

The vehicle for positive change

We are the voice of British Farming

We understand the farming community like no other organisation.

We are committed to a living countryside and have unrivalled contacts with the food industry.

We are the vehicle for positive change in the future.

Caring for the countryside
We believe that a thriving, beautiful countryside is one of the most important aspects of our national heritage.

The NFU has spearheaded the Little Red Tractor logo initiative so that you know when you buy food with it on you have peace of mind that its been produced under the strict controls of world leading assurance schemes.

Our commitment to you:

Bringing quality produce to the market
We continue to work to ensure that the food you eat is safe, affordable and of the highest possible quality.

We are determined to maintain it and to meet the challenge of producing wholesome, high quality food while protecting wildlife and the environment.

Caring for the welfare of our animals
Caring for the health and welfare of our animals is an integral part of livestock husbandry. We are committed to raising animal welfare standards across Europe. Most of all we recognise the right of our customers to have accurate information about how food is produced.

We take every opportunity to provide this information and to answer your questions.

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