The National Farmers' Union represents the farmers and growers of England and Wales. Its central objective is to promote successful and socially responsible agriculture and horticulture, while ensuring the long term viability of rural communities.

We have been at the forefront of farming and rural issues for nearly one hundred years. The NFU was founded in 1908 and is financed by members' subscriptions. We are not affiliated to any political party and have a completely democratic structure.

The NFU is the largest farming organisation in the UK, representing around three quarters of the full time commercial farmers of England and Wales. Through over 300 branch offices, seven regional offices, two Welsh offices and its London headquarters, the NFU is able to keep in close contact with its members and serve their needs locally and nationally. Through its Brussels office the NFU has a voice at the heart of Europe.

• We are the voice of British Farming
  
  
• We understand the farming community like no other organisation.
  
  
• We are committed to a living countryside and have unrivalled contacts with the food industry.
  
  
• We are the vehicle for positive change in the future.

Our commitment to the British public

Bringing quality produce to the market
We continue to work to ensure that the food we produce is safe, affordable and of the highest possible quality. The NFU has spearheaded the Little Red Tractor logo initiative so that consumers know when they buy food with the logo on they have peace of mind that it has been produced under the strict controls of the world's leading assurance schemes.

Caring for the countryside
We believe that a thriving, beautiful countryside is one of the most important aspects of our national heritage. We are determined to maintain it and to meet the challenge of producing wholesome, high quality food while protecting wildlife and the environment.

Caring for the welfare of our animals
Caring for the health and welfare of our animals is an integral part of livestock husbandry. We are committed to raising animal welfare standards across Europe. Most of all we recognise the right of our customers to have accurate information about how food is produced. We take every opportunity to provide this information and to answer your questions.