Young Farmer Focus - Alex McMenemy: "My goal is to ensure young people in farming and the wider rural economy have a voice and a future"

Ms McMenemy writes about the importance of Young Farmers' Clubs and why young people play a vital role in farming

Chris Brayford
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Alex McMenemy, 28, is vice-chair at the National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (NFYFC).
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Alex McMenemy, 28, is vice-chair at the National Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs (NFYFC).

I grew up on a small farm which provided me with an appreciation of rural life. My interest in the agricultural sector led to studying at Harper Adams University, where I completed a master's degree...

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