The YFCU presidential team
Young Farmers Clubs of Ulster (YFCU) members have elected Glarryford YFC member Peter Alexander as their new president.
More than 130 members attended the virtual AGM on Saturday (April 10) for the rural youth organisation.
Commenting on his election, Peter Alexander said: “I’m delighted to be elected president of the YFCU. I would like to thank Zita for the excellent work she has done as president over the last two years.
“Especially over the last 12 months during the Covid-19 pandemic, as it has been difficult on all members.
“I look forward to actively getting involved with the new presidential team to help support and work towards new challenges and progress the YFCU for future generations.”
January 18, 2021 2:58 pm
The winners of a new competition to encourage young farmers to share their most innovative ideas to address climate change have been announced.
The competition was run by the Ulster Farmers’ Union and Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster, with the judging panel praising the quality of video entries received.
Allister Crawford was named the winner of the Under 18 category, Trent Brown took first place in the 18-40 group and highly commended was awarded to Jessica Pollock.
The judging panel consisted of Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots; chief executive of Northern Ireland Environment Link Craig McGuicken; UFU president Victor Chestnutt; and YFCU president Zita McNaugher.