Farmers, crofters and businesses across Oban and the wider Argyll & Islands region are being invited to meet with NFU Scotland representatives as part of the Union’s National Recruitment Day, taking place on Tuesday 7 October.
While the initiative marks a nationwide push to grow membership and highlight the benefits of joining Scotland’s leading agricultural union, NFU Scotland is placing a strong focus on local engagement. In Argyll, that includes attending the show and sale of suckled calves at Oban Livestock Centre, with the opportunity to speak directly with local NFUS staff and officeholders.
Sybil Macpherson, NFU Scotland’s Regional Chair for Argyll & Islands, said:
“Argyll’s farmers and crofters face many challenges, partly due to our land quality and climate, but also as a result of the remoteness, leading to higher overheads and access to markets. There are also opportunities and this Recruitment Day is about getting face-to-face with our rural community, hearing what’s needed, and showing how NFU Scotland can deliver real results at the local level.”
With the continued backing of members and the hard work of all involved, the Union has already delivered meaningful wins for farming and crofting across the country this year. From securing £46 million in reinstated funds for agriculture, to influencing policy changes on livestock reduction, and achieving record engagement through campaigns like ShelfWatch and the wider NFU campaign #StopTheFamilyFarmTax – the first half of 2025 has been defined by action, collaboration and results.
NFU Scotland membership offers a wide range of benefits, including:
- A powerful collective voice in lobbying for farm support, fair markets, and rural resilience.
- Practical support through legal advice, training, and member helplines.
- Access to exclusive savings – including the UK Fuels Card, which is helping members save up to 15p per litre on fuel at over 7,200 filling stations nationwide.
With major challenges ahead – from agricultural reform to tax changes – NFUS is urging farmers, crofters and rural businesses in Argyll to join the Union and help secure a stronger voice for Scottish agriculture. Find out more and sign up at
joinnfus.org.uk.
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Contact Megan Williams on 07920 018619