Getting together to ponder life after we leave the EU
NFU communications advisor JAMES PECK explains what to expect at a forthcoming Brexit conference
THE NFU is all set to delve into what farmers can do to Brexit-proof their businesses and will also look at a host of other crucial topics during our highly-anticipated East Midlands Brexit Conference.
Held at the Midlands Machinery Show, at Newark, and with just months to go before Britain leaves the European Union, the conference will give everyone a chance to scrutinise the situation and work out the way forward.
We will explore all things Brexit, including timescales for change, the transition and new policy timetable – as well as the Agriculture Bill.
The conference, chaired by NFU deputy president, Guy Smith, will also hear from speakers from JVFG Consulting, Stableprice, Barclays Bank, Department for Environment Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) and the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).
The NFU’S EU exit and international trade director, Nick von Westenholz, will update members on the latest developments, give an overview of NFU activity and scan the 12 months that will follow as we exit the EU.
Last year, guests looked at how the agri supply chain was being prepared for life outside the EU at our inaugural NFU East Midlands Brexit Conference, ‘Business after Brexit.’
This year, we are turning things 180 degrees to look at what farmers can do to build Brexit resilience into their business.
So join us on November 21
to investigate the elements of your business that you can take control of and learn practical steps to improve the future of your business in a postbrexit landscape.
The event is free and all members are welcome, but registration is essential.
To book your place, contact the NFU East Midlands regional office on 01572 824250 or email East.midlands@nfu. org.uk. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
The Midlands Machinery Show is a two-day show and one of the fastest growing events in the agricultural sector since its inception in 2013.
Aimed at farmers and agricultural contractors, and with more than 260 exhibitors, it’s a great place to do business. Visit www.midlandsmachineryshow.com for more information and to register.