National Farmers’ Union

The National Farmers' Union (NFU) is a representative body for farmers in England and Wales. It advocates for its members' interests on a range of issues, including trade, policy, and environmental regulations. The NFU is newsworthy due to its recent analysis of post-Brexit trade data, revealing a significant 37.4% decline in British farm product exports to the EU in the five years since 2019. This decline, highlighted in a recent report based on HMRC data, underscores the trade barriers resulting from Brexit and their impact on the agricultural sector. The NFU's findings are particularly relevant given growing concerns about food security and the UK's reliance on imports, as highlighted by experts warning about the need for food stockpiling in the face of climate shocks or war. The NFU's work is significant as it provides crucial data and insights into the challenges and opportunities facing British agriculture in a changing global landscape.