Championing
British Dairy Farmers
Since 1876
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About us
The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF) is the national body representing the interests of dairy farmers across all UK nations. We are the only charity with a Royal Patronage dedicated to dairy farmers.
For 150 years, the RABDF has been dedicated to representing and supporting its dairy farming members on issues impacting the sector.
Our enduring commitment to progressing the business of dairy farming runs through everything we do. Please take a moment to explore all that the RABDF has to offer, and we encourage you to take full advantage of the benefits available to you.
As the only charity dedicated to dairy farming, every penny from your membership subscription is reinvested into work that progresses and champions the industry we serve.
Your membership strengthens our voice, expands our influence and helps ensure we can continue to represent, support and connect the dairy industry for the next 150 years and beyond.
What we do
We believe in a thriving British dairy industry, built on world-class farmers, strong demand, and the opportunity to grow production at home and abroad.
Our role in achieving this ambition is:
- To promote dairy farming: Championing all aspects of modern dairy farming to consumers, policymakers and industry.
- To protect dairy farmers’ interests: Being a trusted, credible dairy farmer representative with the evidence, insight and expertise to influence policy decisions.
- To progress the business of dairy farming: Showcasing innovation, excellence and progression in farming, through events such as Dairy-Tech, Gold Cup and Dairy Entrepreneurs.
Find out more about the events, programmes and initiatives we deliver:
Our annual flagship event, Dairy-Tech, takes place every February at Stoneleigh Park.
Women in Dairy brings women working in our industry together.
Hosted annually by the winner of the RABDF/NMR Gold Cup dairy award.
This business training programme is designed for aspiring dairy producers.
Join our herd
No matter the size or location of your business, if you’re a dairy farmer or work in the dairy industry, you need to be part of the association that represents it.
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