Newly elected MPs are being encouraged to participate in a new NFU initiative aimed at advocating for issues affecting British farming.

The Food and Farming Fellowship Scheme is designed to highlight the industry, giving MPs the opportunity to witness firsthand how food is produced from field to fork.

The year-long program will explore various farming sectors, culminating in a graduation dinner at Westminster.

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During this event, each MP will be acknowledged for their efforts in deepening their understanding of the farming industry.

So far, 20 parliamentarians from different political parties have enrolled in the scheme.

NFU President Tom Bradshaw stated that the union is committed to engaging with all parties to emphasise the importance of enhancing food production.

“Our Food and Farming Fellowship Scheme is an extension of the campaigning work" he said.

“It has been designed to create a new group of champion MPs who will speak up in their constituencies but also in Westminster on some of the big issues impacting an industry.

“Along with all our sponsor partners, we will provide those MPs with the tools, knowledge and understanding they need to be able to highlight the critical role of food security in delivering national security."

The NFU's scheme is supported by sponsoring organisations such as ABP UK, Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC), Arla Foods, Barfoots, British Egg Industry Council (BEIC), and Fareshare.