Farmers' Union of Wales


The Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) (Welsh: Undeb Amaethwyr Cymru (UAC)), a member organisation, was formed in 1955 to protect and advance the interests of those who derive an income from Welsh agriculture.

FUW
Full nameFarmers’ Union of Wales
Founded1955
Key peoplePresident - Glyn Roberts
Managing Director - Alan Davies[1]
Office locationAberystwyth, Ceredigion
CountryWales
Websitewww.fuw.org.uk

Established in 1955, the FUW is the only agricultural union to be given the official right by the UK Government to represent and speak on behalf of Welsh farmers. The Union has done so at the highest level - at the National Assembly, Whitehall and the European Union.

Its headquarters is located at Aberystwyth and the union has a network of county and local offices throughout Wales.

References

  1. Steve Adams (10 September 2016). "Dealership closure 'a huge blow' to rural economy". Tivyside Advertiser. Retrieved 19 September 2016.


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