51AV视频

Young Farmer Focus - Alex McMenemy: "My goal is to ensure young people in farming and the wider rural economy have a voice and a future"

Ms McMenemy writes about the importance of Young Farmers' Clubs and why young people play a vital role in farming

Chris Brayford
clock 鈥� 3 min read
Alex McMenemy, 28, is vice-chair at the National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (NFYFC).
Image:

Alex McMenemy, 28, is vice-chair at the National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (NFYFC).

I grew up on a small farm which provided me with an appreciation of rural life. My interest in the agricultural sector led to studying at Harper Adams University, where I completed a master's degree...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358
Join Now

听

More on Young Farmer Focus

Young Farmer Focus - Sophie Burgoyne: "I realised my heart was back in Shropshire"
Young Farmer Focus

Young Farmer Focus - Sophie Burgoyne: "I realised my heart was back in Shropshire"

Sophie Burgoyne, 27 from Church Stretton, Shropshire, is a solicitor for Lanyon Bowdler

Mia Willemsen
Mia Willemsen
clock 22 July 2026 鈥� 2 min read
Young Farmer Focus - Niamh McEwan-Wright: "I feel at home on the farm - and my skills continue to grow"
Young Farmer Focus

Young Farmer Focus - Niamh McEwan-Wright: "I feel at home on the farm - and my skills continue to grow"

Niamh McEwan-Wright, 16, is studying a T Level land-based agricultural course at Bishop Burton College in East Yorkshire. She lives near York, North Yorkshire

Mia Willemsen
Mia Willemsen
clock 15 July 2026 鈥� 2 min read
Young Farmer Focus - Nikita Fineran: "My ultimate dream is to run my own farm"
Young Farmer Focus

Young Farmer Focus - Nikita Fineran: "My ultimate dream is to run my own farm"

Nikita Fineran, 23, grew up on the isle of Wight. She now lives in Barston Solihull and single-handedly milks a 600-head dairy herd while also running her own diverse smallholding

Mia Willemsen
Mia Willemsen
clock 08 July 2026 鈥� 2 min read