Lord Henry Plumb, former Vice President of the RABDF, passed away aged 97 on 15 April.
Lord Plumb’s career started in dairy farming when he took on his family’s 200-cow Ayrshire dairy herd at Coleshill, Warwickshire, following his father’s death in 1952.
He was President of the NFU (1970-79) and pursued a career in politics, becoming the only British President of the European Parliament in 1987.
Lord Plumb was an advocate for supporting the next generation, helping youngsters via the Henry Plumb Foundation, which he founded.
RABDF Managing Director Matt Knight described him as a ‘remarkable man’. He said, “Henry had a profound impact on British farming, and his legacy will continue through his foundation and all those individuals who have been so fortunate to meet him and work alongside him.
“He was one of farming’s greatest champions- supporting the industry during his political career and his time helping various organisations and associations, including the RABDF as Vice President. He will be greatly missed by many.”
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