National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC) grant

That this House recognises the enormous contribution that the National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (NFYFC) provides in rural communities across the United Kingdom, in educating and supporting young people and in supporting the next generation of farmers and thus the UK’s future food security; condemns the decision by this Government to not renew a discretionary grant provided to the NFYFC for over 30 years; notes that this grant enabled NFYFC to collaborate closely with Defra in delivering training, events, resources, and research that supported young people in agriculture; and urges the Government to reconsider their decision in light of the clear advantages the grant provides for a minimal cost to the Government.