About Cheshire Young Farmers
The Cheshire Young Farmers’ Clubs heads a body of 11 Young Farmers’ Clubs (YFCs) in Cheshire dedicated to supporting young people in agriculture and the countryside. In the current day, Cheshire YFC is aimed at more than just the typical farmer, with many members coming from the County’s larger towns.
Cheshire YFC provides a framework within which its clubs can offer their members a wealth of new experiences and opportunities for personal development and achievement, a much needed social and educational network and a safe environment for activities.
Led by young people for young people, Cheshire YFC provide their members aged up to 30 with a unique opportunity to develop skills, work with their local community, travel abroad, take part in a varied competitions programme and enjoy a dynamic social life. From stock-judging to sport, quizzing to debating, there is something for everyone and plenty of new things to learn.
In the Autumn of 2025 Richard was honoured to accept CYF’s invitation to become their new Patron. In accepting the role Richard commented:
’Supporting young people, at the beginning of their working lives, so they can reach their career potential, as a Human Resources (HR) professional, has been the constant thread of my career. The role you have kindly offered me brings all these passions together. At the heart of CYF is caring, looking after each other and having fun! Conscious also of the importance of promoting good safety, improved mental health and well-being which will be my priorities. As your Patron it is my pleasure to lend my name and support to you all, to raise your profile, attract likeminded people and sponsors. To serve as your figurehead and ambassador, and while my role is largely honorary, without legal or management responsibilities for the CYF itself, I hope you feel my values and commitment align with your mission, I look forward to my role and working with you all’.
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