NFU Midlands Younger Member Events
Midlands region will be holding a series of events and farm visits from 6 September, if you would like to register for the first event please visit NFU Midlands younger members' events – NFUonline
Rural Business Development Grant for Staffordshire Moorlands
The closing date for the next round of funding is 31 July 2024
The funding is available to support all areas of rural business development leading to the creation of new jobs, products, services and markets, and to help boost community cohesion.
Funding may be used for projects looking to: undertake innovation, adopt new technologies, improve carbon footprint, diversify into new markets, develop and promote the visitor economy, develop local tourist attractions and/or enhance local visitor experiences as long as the projects can be complete by the end of Feb/March 2025
Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey
This is one of the most important times for businesses across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire to complete the Quarterly Economic Survey (QES). The information you provide will have help to shape and influence current policy thinking as the data is shared with the British Chambers of Commerce, Government departments including HM Treasury and the Cabinet officer as well as the Bank of England.
The Chamber of Commerce are keen to hear from firms of all shapes and sizes (starts ups, sole traders, SMEs, medium sized and large corporations) as it will help create an accurate picture of the current business landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned Director or relatively new to your company, please spare just a few minutes to fill in the survey.
They understand your time is precious, even more so now, so thank you to all those who complete the survey.
The link to the survey is - https://forms.office.com/e/f7qDumd78L
Be vigilant of scam callers
If you receive a call that looks like it is from NFU Headquarters and are unsure then please hang up, do not pass on any personal details.
You can contact NFU CallFirst on 0370 845 8458 to check if we are doing any calls or promotions.
Cyber Crime
The Midlands NFU held an online member meeting with WMRCCU in autumn 2023, the opportunity to register with them is still available, this is aimed to improve your business’s cyber security.
With membership at the WMRCCU, you will receive regular tips and guidance on how to firm up your business’s cyber security.
Register to become a member (for free) today at www.wmcrc.co.uk/membership
Mid Staffs Group has the following member meetings:
One Day Branch Trip
Date
13 September 2024
Venue & Time
Visiting Half Penny Wine Estate, Stocks Farm and The Hop Shed Brewery. For more information or to book a place(s), please contact branch on 01785 251051
Cheadle, Eccleshall & Stone branch has the following member meetings:
Annual Trip
Date
10-11 September 2024
Venue & Timings
TBC
For further information call Claire Preston on 01785 817470
Branch Christmas Party
Date
5 December 2024
Venue & Timings
TBC
For further information call Claire Preston on 01785 817470
English Farmers wanted, to test agroforestry advice in ELM
Considering Implementing Agroforestry on Your Farm? Join the Woodland Trust to test different forms of advice and guidance for Defra.
The aim is to test a range of advice and guidance structures with farmers as you go through the process of designing your own bespoke agroforestry scheme. Payment available as a contribution for your time and support to apply for funding if you want to implement your scheme.
If you are interested in getting involved, please email [email protected] with subject ‘Defra Test and Trial’.
- Details of your farm size
- Location and type of farm
- A brief outline of the type of agroforestry you are interested in
- Summary of your agroforestry experience to date.
- Contact details
We will then contact you to discuss the Test in more detail. The Test is being delivered in partnership with the National Trust and the Organic Research Centre. Third party advice providers will also be commissioned.
Phase 2 activity will start from 1 September 2024.
Thank you, we look forward to hearing from you.
If you’d like to find out more on agroforestry, visit https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/plant-trees/trees-for-landowners-and-farmers/
Leek & District Show 2024
Traditional agricultural show attracting visitors from the surrounding conurbation of Stoke on Trent and the Staffordshire Moorlands. The Leek show has been a regular fixture for over sixty years. It moved onto its present location at Dunwood Fields in 2022 enabling greater scope with three show rings and facilities to present a variety of attractions.
Date
27 July 2024
Venue & Timings
Dunwood Fields, off A53 Longsdon, Leek, Staffordshire, UK, ST9 9AR
Bookings
Please visit Leek Show for more information in the coming weeks.
Eccleshall Show 2024
Amongst the things to see and do… Equestrian competitions, Horticultural & Craft Show, Classic Vehicles, Companion dog show with pedigree and novelty classes, Children’s Sports, WI Refreshments, Trade Stands, Dog Agility Races, Bouncy Castle and Young children’s funfair, Licensed Bar, Flyball display, Food stands, Punch & Judy, Ferret & Poultry displays, Brass Band, Charity Stands.
Date
31 August 2024
Venue & Timings
From 9.30am at The Parks, Sugnall, Nr. Eccleshall, ST21 6NF.
Bookings
For more details and tickets visit Eccleshall Show