NFU

abbreviation

1. National Farmers' Union

Example Sentences

The NFU wants Defra to let existing Countryside Stewardship agreements continue for a year while a long-term plan is developed.

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NFU deputy president David Exwoodsaid he had written to farming minister Daniel Zeichner to highlight farmers' concerns.

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NFU Scotland said: "This year's spring barley harvest is coming in around two weeks earlier than usual – something we've not seen before."

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Henry Moreton, a regional NFU chair in Lincolnshire, said crops had been "drying out and dying because of the extreme heat and the lack of moisture".

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The UK government spokesperson added: "Our commitment to farming and food security is steadfast, which is why we've allocated a record £11.8bn to sustainable farming and food production over this parliament and appointed former NFU president Baroness Minette Batters to recommend new reforms to boost farmers profits."

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