What's in season? British fruit and vegetable seasonality chart
British farmers grow a huge range of fruits and vegetables. By using modern growing and harvesting technology, some British produce can be available all year round. The NFU seasonality guide provides shoppers with a tool for sourcing homegrown food that helps to back British farming, boost the economy and cut the UK’s carbon footprint.
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The NFU represents more than 46,000 farming and growing businesses. Our purpose is to champion British agriculture and horticulture, to campaign for a stable and sustainable future for British farmers and growers, and to secure the best possible outcomes for our members.
Who's who at the NFU - NFUonline
Andrew Clark is the NFU’s Director of Policy, based at NFU HQ, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. He manages the NFU’s policy development teams which span key commodity, food chain, animal health and cross-cutting policy and professional service teams. Andrew was appointed to his current post in July 2014.
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Limited use vehicles – what you need to know - NFUonline
Sep 6, 2023 · Motor vehicles which are used for short journeys on the public road for agriculture, horticulture and forestry are classed as ‘limited use’ vehicles and are exempt from vehicle tax. Stay in the know and make sure your fleet is compliant if you're driving on public roads. Any motor vehicle, from a moped, up to a 44-ton HGV, can be classed as ...
Buying and using professional rodenticides – what you need to know
How to purchase rodenticide. There are two options for farmers wishing to purchase and use professional rodenticide products themselves: Become a member of a CRRU approved farm assurance scheme. Obtain a certificate through undertaking a CRRU UK approved training course. Alternative options are: Employ a certified pest management professional.
Environmental Land Management schemes – get the details
SFI – scheme guidance and information. 31 October 2024. The SFI (Sustainable Farming Incentive) will pay farmers to adopt and maintain sustainable farming practices that can protect and enhance the natural environment alongside food production, and also support farm productivity (including by improving animal health and welfare, optimising ...
Find out about the NFU – NFUonline
The National Farmers' Union is the most successful representation body for agriculture and horticulture in England and Wales. We represent more than 46,000 farming and growing businesses. Our purpose is to champion British agriculture and horticulture, to campaign for a stable and sustainable future for British farmers and to secure the best possible deal for our …
Guidance for farmers on red diesel rule changes – NFUonline
Red diesel is fuel intended for use by vehicles and machines other than road going vehicles with a reduced (also called ‘rebated’) rate of duty. The standard rate of duty for fuel used by road going vehicles is 52.95 pence per litre (ppl). The rebated rate is 10.18 ppl – a difference of 42.77 ppl. To help ensure that rebated fuel is only ...
Our NFU office locations – NFUonline
Our NFU offices are based throughout Britain, with our main head quarters being based in Warwickshire. Find out our locations and how you can get in touch with the press and NFU CallFirst teams.