Ayrshire

Christine Cuthbertson

It’s hard to believe that 2018 is my 20th year working for NFU Scotland! So much has changed since I started in 1998, the formation of a Scottish Parliament, huge advances in technology, major disease outbreaks, a move away from production linked support payments, and of course our imminent departure from the European Union.

One thing that has not changed though is the passion and enthusiasm of the members who are actively involved in representing their fellow farmers, be that at a local branch or regional level, right up to our President! Without those who volunteer their time, we would not exist.

This year I want to encourage more people to be involved at a local level with NFUS, and we will be holding events to support the family farm during this time of change.

Of course the day to day work of resolving issues and addressing members’ concerns in Ayrshire will continue. We will continue to push for a fairer return from the market for our members and make sure regulation is proportionate.

Again in 2018, we will build our partnership working locally with key organisations, including Police Scotland, Scottish Government, local authorities, amongst others, to ensure Ayrshire’s farming voice is heard.

Remember that I am on hand to help with any farming conundrum you may have, so please don’t be stuck – pick up the phone or email me, no matter how small or large your problem may be.

Change in life and farming is inevitable, it’s how we react to change that matters. No matter what, you can be assured that your Union will be working hard on your behalf to give Scottish a farming a bright future.

Christine Cuthbertson
07775 838926
christine.cuthbertson@nfus.org.uk