NFU launches initiative to drive commitment to racial diversity in UK agriculture sector

The AgriFuture pledge is part of the National Farmers Union’s commitment to creating a racially diverse agriculture sector that represents the national population, fosters belonging and harnesses the power of diverse thought and experience.

The pledge is the result of collaboration at the inaugural Challenge Day in January 2025. Eighty representatives from across a range of sectors focused on supporting racially diverse young people and communities to access agriculture.

NFU Education is working in close collaboration with the British Veterinary Ethnicity and Diversity Society and the Culture Roots Collective to deliver:

• The inaugural Challenge Day (January 2025)
• The flagship AgriFuture Scholarship Programme (launched in August 2025)
• The sold-out AgriFuture Forum (September 2025)

The main principles of the pledge are to:

• Recognise racial inequalities, ignored histories and under-representation in the sector.
• Commit to fair recruitment, training, education and leadership opportunities.
• Create safe, welcoming spaces for people of all racial backgrounds.
• Support education, visibility, and pathways for young people of colour into land-based careers.
• Uplift, network and platform those who are racially under represented in agricultural spaces where they have little or no access or opportunity.
• Undertake personal and organisational reflection and education on racial diversity.

Sign the pledge and join the journey towards a more diverse and inclusive sector.