Back British Farming Day 2025: Why Supporting UK Agriculture Matters
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, 10 September 2025—it’s Back British Farming Day, an annual campaign led by the NFU to honour the invaluable contribution of British farmers. Now in its 10th year, this initiative reminds us how essential agriculture is to our communities, economy, and heritage.
Why It Matters
- Economic Impact: British farming is a cornerstone of our economy, contributing billions in value and sustaining rural livelihoods.
- Public and Political Support: This day gives farmers and supporters a collective voice to influence policy and push for positive change in agri-sector issues.
- Awareness and Engagement: Through social media content, printable signs, and personal stories, people across the nation can easily show their support.
- Symbolic Gestures in Westminster: MPs wear wheat-sheaf pin badges as a visual commitment to British farming—highlighting the connection between industry and government.
How to Get Involved
- Share posts using #BackBritishFarmingDay and tag @BackBritishFarmingNFU to amplify your message.
- Display your support by printing or filming signs explaining why you back British farming.
- Share farm stories, recipes using local produce, or spotlight your agricultural heroes.
Whether you’re a farmer, business, or supporter of business in farming, this day is your chance to stand behind the people who grow our food and shape our countryside. Join us in showing real support for British agriculture—let’s make the 10th year of Back British Farming Day the most impactful yet
