A young farmers’ group has secured new backing to help develop the next generation of rural talent.
Burnetts Solicitors LLP has announced a sponsorship partnership with the Northumberland Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (YFC), joining rural property specialists GFW as joint main sponsors for the year ahead.
The partnership builds on Burnetts’ deep ties to the agricultural sector and reflects its commitment to supporting young people in farming and rural industries.
Richard Miller, agri and estates partner at Burnetts, said: "Young Farmers has played a huge part in my own life.
"Many of the skills, confidence, friendships and connections that have shaped both my career and personal life can be traced back to my time in the movement.
"I also credit much of the success of our Agri and Estates team to the same foundations.
"Many of our own team have agricultural backgrounds and have been involved in Young Farmers themselves, so this is a partnership that means a great deal to us personally as well as professionally.
"We're really looking forward to getting involved, meeting members and supporting the organisation over the coming year and beyond.
"We see this as the beginning of a long-term relationship.
"The future of agriculture always depends on the next generation, and we're proud to play a part in supporting the young people who will help shape that future."
Burnetts has offices in Newcastle, Hexham and across Cumbria.
Its Agri and Estates team advises farmers, landowners and rural businesses on matters including agricultural property transactions, tenancies, succession planning and estate management.
Several members of the team have grown up in farming families, worked in agriculture or been members of Young Farmers Clubs themselves.
Bethany Marshall, county chair of Northumberland Federation of Young Farmers' Clubs, said: "I am delighted to see the beginning of our partnership with Burnetts Solicitors LLP.
"This collaboration will provide our members with invaluable opportunities to develop their knowledge of the agricultural industry, gain practical skills for both their personal and professional futures, and learn from experts who understand the challenges and opportunities facing rural businesses today."
Elliot Taylor, rural partner at GFW, welcomed the new partnership.
Mr Taylor said: "As longstanding supporters of Northumberland Young Farmers, we're delighted to welcome Burnetts as a joint sponsor for the coming year.
"Young Farmers plays a hugely important role in supporting and developing the next generation of people in our rural communities, and it's an organisation that many members of our rural team have been involved with throughout their lives and continue to support today."
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