oeratlo4 Supportedby." PLUMPTON COLLLGI
Sussex Federation of Young Farniers, Clubs Charity No: 305455 YFC Office, Plumpton College, Ditchling Road, Plumpton, East Sussex BN7 3AE Website: www.sussexyoungfarmers.org.uk Annual Report
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for year ending 31 August 2023 en Clubs Chailey District Chichoster Forest Row Hailsham Lindfield Pulborough Ringmer and Lewes District Steyning Presldont Chalr Vlce Chalrn Tr•asurnr Mr Nlck Pl1• Mr Leighton Buding•r August 2022 - Curr•nl Mls$ Blalse Hughes O'sullivan February 2023-August 2023 Frnn Jackson- February 2023 - August 2023 Sussex Young Farniers would like to thank Plumpton College for their continued Support Supportedby." UMPTON
Officers for the year ending 31st August 2023 Patrons.. Mr Andrew Blackman, LordiieutenanL East Sussex. Mrs Susan Pyper, Lord-LEutenant. West Sussex Presknt.. Mr Nick Pile Llffe IfK• Prn$ldent MrJ. Tnknd, Mr D Lambert OBE The Duke of Norlolk. Lord Egremont. Viscount COTaY, Mr R Appkgate, Mr & Mrs l Ballard Mr C Coomb8-TennanL Mr S Dallyn. Mr C Daws, Mr J Fld. Mr R Heath. Mr P Hook. Mr D Jackson MISS S Jackson. Mr R Lambert-Gorwyn. Mrs D Lown. Mr A Mariner, Mr M Major, Mrs F M Matsters, Mr R J Morris, Mr & Mrs R Padfield, Mr C Passmore OBE, Mrs A Tyrell. Mr R Waters, Mr H Wood MBE LM• Members." Mr C CcThbtrTennanL Mrs O Hills Holdlng Trus¢g•s." Mr C Coombe-Tennant. Mr J Trunkfield, Mr H Wood MBE Honorary Sollcltor. Mr S Baillithamillon of Mayo Wfynne Baxter, Lewes Indopondent Person to Examlne tho Ac¢ounts.. Mf Cameron Snelgrovo Councll Alomber. Leuhton BLKlinger Deputy Councll Aleml)or.' . None South East Arna YFC Commltte•: Leighlon Budinger. Harry Petfield South olEngland Agfkulturnl So¢lety YFC Commltt•e.' Miss S Wastse, Miss Lucy Field Stafflng Management COMMItt.. The PresenL Mr Nk Pile, Safeguarding OffKer, Mary Masters, Indep8nden( Chr Cook Safe Guan*lng Olllc•r. Mary Masters- August 2022 - Current Rlsk Ass•ssmwt Offl¢er. Mr Chris Cwk, Sussex Yijth NFYFC Unk Pw50ns •s from 0imir2023 & NFYFC Ston9 Gmup Cont•¢t- Staff County Staff.. County Administrator- Hannah Fkling Ppril 2022- CUnt The Executive Committee ¢onsists of ts¥o representh.ves from each Club, one ofwhth must be under 28 years of age unless the dub only has junior members then tsvo people associated wth the club. Cowoptod to tho Execuuve Commltt•e Plumpton College: Mr J Kerswell Sussox Clubs for Young People: Mr C Cook Courtney Grnip: Jeremy Cwthey Supported by." IIUMPTON CC>LLLGI
Introduction to 202212023 Another Successful year for Sussex YFC. We have managed to keep good membership numbers and we are stamping a positive footprint within the South East Area. We have gone from 7's club to 8, which is fantastic, as we celebrate Steyning opening as a Junior club. County Chairman, Leighton Budinger has supported the County and the area incredibly well throughout the year. With Blaise Hughes O'sullivan as his Vice Chair. Hannah Fielding remains in position as County Administrator. Coun Chairman 22123 Vice Chairnian 22123 Supported by." IIUMPTON OLLLGI
Sussex YFC 202212023 Activities Knepp Farn) Estats Tour- 17th September 2022 A few members of Sussex YFC were lucky enough to attend a tour of Knepp Estate. with thanks to Sarah Palmer of NFYFC for arranging, and Russ Carrington. the faryn manager for hosting. The moming started with a brief presentation about the rewilding project, then a tour on foot covering a small portion of the 3000 acres of the estate. Whilst it was highly interesting. and wonderful to see so many rare native species flourishing, there is no way this could be the future of British faming. (especially as their no hedge cutting policy made many of the famers on the tour wince.) However, it wasny supposed to be, with the lessons leamed in the rewikling areas are being applied into their regenerative beef farm. Increased bird and small wildlrfe populations help control the flies. giving the cows a better qualty of life. pigs rooting around and causing soil damage in the rewilding area have taught them not to fear soil disturbance in the winter from cattle on wet ground, as this allows new grovl(h to flourish. Mob grazing practices on rotation allow fields to be grazed for one day at a time, leading to fields being grazed for just 4 days a year. leading lo better grass growth and therefore better-quality beef cattle. There are many lessons to be leamt from the regenerative fami, and l encourage anyone who can to take a tour. Ell1• Belllsio- Chalrman 2021- 2022 Support6dby.' UMPTON COLLLGÉ
South of En and Show- June 2023 As always the South of England show was a highlight of the year. We had some many Counties bringing entries and the stand looked fantastic. We had a wonderful old Tractor on display which attracted many on lookers. we had the tractor pull set up which children loved to get involved with, and of course the Pig Racing. Lots of our members got involved with the stock judging on a very hot day but did brilliantly as v11. We were also supported by Plumpton Race Course who lent us a racing hurdle for our display. At the show. County Chainnan Leighton Budinger, VRS awarded the CLA Award. He was invited to the CLA tent for a presentation of trophies to members of the Farming community. Support8d by." MPTON CO. iLul
Prime Stock Fa re- Ardin I Show Ground November 2022 We had an amazing tum out at the Prime Stock Fayre this year and it was great to see so many new faS and members getting involved. It was a successful evening with lots of trophies handed out. li Supported by.. PLUMPTON COILLGL
Coun Ball 2023 Our County Ball this year was * West Hove Goff Club in January. It was a great evening with over 100 peopl8 attending. Everyone looked fantasticl We raised a huge £500 on the raffle with some brilliant prizes donated by local l)usiness We had a great set of sponsors from local Tractor suppliers who each sponsored a table on the night. The dancing was entertaining and we think everyone had a pretty good ts'me! SU8SFX VOVNO FAAMERS CLU COUNTY BALL 2 0 2 4 JAN 27 •IA¢KTIE 7PM - 12AM . MEMBERS - £40 NOW Mf MBERS -£45 WEST HOVE GOLF CLUB BAVGERS WAY HOVE BN8 3NX BOOMING ESSENTIAiir DEIIILINE FOR IICIIEfs IAII 121N C014T ACT YFC OFFICE TO BOOK EMAIL.. &u5SÉX¥FCI&PLUMPTON.A¢.UK suppo by." tIUMPTON CJLLLG.
Plum ton Colle enDa It was great to be back at the Plumpton College Open Day this year is May. It was a glorious day with huge footfall across th8 college grounds, Plumpton put on a great show and we Set up our stands down on the Fann. Clubs had the opportunty to come and promote themselves and use the chance to arise money for the £50 Challenge. We had a Digger challenge for visrtors to have a go on a digger. We had a tractor filled wtth Balloons for people to guess how many there we. Clubs brought some amazing homemade products to sell, we had a crockery smash and splat rat going on. It was a great day enjoyed by all and it was brilliant to see Sussex County out in force. 2023 Supported by." MPTON tsLLLGL
Heathfield Show- Ma 2023 This years Heathfield Show was such a success. We shared the Marquee with Plumpton College and South Brockwells Fami. We had another Tractor full of balloons for people to guess how many. We had lots of YnderfUl displays from clubs. Fantastic competition entries from Cakes. to fascinators and painted rocks. The Theme was 'A day at the Races. and our judges were so impressed with all the entnes. Our infamous 'Pig Ra¢ing' Stole the show wth some very enthusiastic Hailsham members getting all the public involved. It was a great fund raiser and opportunty to showcase a range of astiC skills our Young Farmers have. 11 Supportedby." MPTON COLLLGL
Membershi 202212023 We are still getting used to the online system but most members have adapted well to the change. You will see from the chart below that membership has stayed steady, with clubs dropping a few members, however this may due to non-completion of online forms, rather than actually dropping members. We have had a new club this year which is great and we congratulate Steyning on having a really successful first year. Membership 2021-2022 2022 - 2023 40 25 27 202112023 21 19 202112022 15 14 16 15 li 202212029 io 202¥2023 Chailey D15trtt Chlthestef FO5t Ha115harn bndfield Pulbofoug Rlngmer Sttynlni 202y2022 • 2021n0222 • 202212023 • 2022120232 li 15 19 25 15 21 14 42 27 16 Totsl Membership 2021- 2022 - 149 Full IAombern 7 clubs open Total Membership 2022 - 2023- 154 Full Alemrn, 8 clubs open Supported by." MPTON CQLLI.Gi
Thank you to all our Sponsors We are also extremely grateful to the following sponsors and donors who whom continue to show Sussex Young Famiers their support. Charles Coombe-T8nnant Charity Foundation East Sussex Famiers Union Benevolenl Fund Rod Gaskin Rowland Gorringe U¢kfield Branth Yeowart Agriculture In memory of Mike Russ&ll-Smith Jim Tice Crawford NFU South East Agwood NFU East Sussex Haynes NFU West Sussex TUCk00d Plumpton Collag8 Doe and sons Ringmer Branch Curtis LTD Sussex Youth Sussex NFU"- PLUMPTON COLLIGL SOUTH England ROWLAND GORRINGE AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY Residential Letting & Property Management Supportod by." PLUMPTON COLLLGE
SUSSEX FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS' CLUBS REGISTERED AS A CHARITY No 305455
FINANCIAL STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2023
SUSSEX FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS' CLUBS
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2023
| £ £ £ Levies and Insurance Receipts 11 647,43 Payments: Insurance 1733,84 NFYFC Levy 3994,2 SE Area Levy Council Member Fares Pool 5728,04 5 919,39 County Ball Receipts 4 940,00 Payments 3487,00 1 453,00 Heathfield Show Receipts 712,80 Payments 420,00 292,80 South of England Show Receipts 2 750,31 Payments 634,00 2 116,31 Other activities Competitions Committee and other fundraising Receipts 2169,48 Payments 400 1769,48 Investment Income COIF Accounts (next page) Grants South of England Agricultural Society 200,00 200,00 Donations 5 898,41 Sundry Income 50,00 Training and Development Receipts - Payments 2377,00 (2 377,00) CARRIED FORWARD 15 322,39 2023 |
£ £ £ 4 886,92 1 517,71 740,00 100,00 - 2357,71 2 529,21 4 965,00 3 378,59 1 586,41 897,10 360,00 537,10 - - - 521,99 650,00 (128,01) 49,35 49,35 7 315,00 - - 1546,90 1 546,90 ) ( 10 342,16 2022 |
£ £ £ 4 886,92 1 517,71 740,00 100,00 - 2357,71 2 529,21 4 965,00 3 378,59 1 586,41 897,10 360,00 537,10 - - - 521,99 650,00 (128,01) 49,35 49,35 7 315,00 - - 1546,90 1 546,90 ) ( 10 342,16 2022 |
£ £ £ 4 886,92 1 517,71 740,00 100,00 - 2357,71 2 529,21 4 965,00 3 378,59 1 586,41 897,10 360,00 537,10 - - - 521,99 650,00 (128,01) 49,35 49,35 7 315,00 - - 1546,90 1 546,90 ) ( 10 342,16 2022 |
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| 49,35 | |||
| - 1546,90 |
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| 10 342,16 |
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SUSSEX FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS' CLUBS
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2022
| £ £ BROUGHT FORWARD 15 322,39 Less: Administrative expenses Administration 11110,04 Postage and telephone 111,85 Meeting expenses 270,00 Printing and stationery 357,83 Staff Travel 138,60 Equipment & Repairs 71,99 Professional Services 177,77 Miscellaneous 0,00 12 238,08 Surplus/(Deficit) of receipts over payments 3 084,31 Add: Investment income COIF 716,00 Movement on designated reserve (2 623,00) Surplus/(Deficit) of receipts over payments - general fund 1 177,31 2023 |
£ £ 10 342,16 8 783,57 119,56 46,61 104,67 - 763,00 149,55 28,00 9 994,96 347,20 (3 453,10) (3 105,90) 2022 |
£ £ 10 342,16 8 783,57 119,56 46,61 104,67 - 763,00 149,55 28,00 9 994,96 347,20 (3 453,10) (3 105,90) 2022 |
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| 347,20 | ||
| (3 453,10) | ||
| (3 105,90) |
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SUSSEX FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS' CLUBS
BALANCE SHEET
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2023
| £ £ Bank accounts: Barclays Current Account 30 728,39 COIF Deposit Account 20 752,95 COIF Training Fund 607,08 COIF Reserves Account 6 294,27 COIF Closed Clubs Account 6,31 Petty Cash 55,66 58 444,66 Represented by: GENERAL FUND Balance brought forward 39 953,05 Surplus/Deficit of receipts over payments 1 177,31 41 130,36 DESIGNATED RESERVE Designated Reserve (C Coombe-Tennant ) 17 314,30 58 444,66 2023 |
£ £ 27 644,08 20 052,86 591,34 6 294,27 6,14 55,66 54 644,35 43 058,95 (3 105,90) 39 953,05 14 691,30 54 644,35 2022 |
£ £ 27 644,08 20 052,86 591,34 6 294,27 6,14 55,66 54 644,35 43 058,95 (3 105,90) 39 953,05 14 691,30 54 644,35 2022 |
£ £ 27 644,08 20 052,86 591,34 6 294,27 6,14 55,66 54 644,35 43 058,95 (3 105,90) 39 953,05 14 691,30 54 644,35 2022 |
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| 54 644,35 |
We approve these accounts and confirm that we have made available all relevant records and information for their preparation.
Signed:...................................................... Date: ........................................................
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SUSSEX FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS' CLUBS
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31 AUGUST 2023
1 Basis of Accounting
The accounts are prepared on a receipts and payments basis and therefore do not account for accrued expenses or deferred income.
Accrued income not accounted for: £ Levies 157,04 HMRC - Tax Refund 572,69 729,73 Accrued expense not accounted for: SE Area YFC Levy 2021-22 - Amount TBA 200,00 200,00
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SUSSEX FEDERATK)N OF YOUNG FARMERS. CLUBS INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST2023 Independent Examlnerfs Rep(rt to the Trustees d Swsex Federatlm d Yowe Famiers. aubs I report to the charfty trustees on myexarnlnation of the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 Au8USt 2023 whichcomprise a Receipts arrtl Payments Account, Balance Sheet and Notes to the accounts. ResponsIlItIeS aThl 515 OF reptyt Asthe charltsls trustees you are resp¢ible for weparntlon of the accounts In acrdanCe wlththe requirements of the Charitles Act 20111.the ACV). I report In respect of rny examinationof the charftrfs accounts tarrled out urKler section 145 of the Act and in Carn8 Out my examination I ha followed all the appllcable Dlrectlons given by the tharfty Commission under section 145(5)(b) of kt. IrKlependent exam11$ ststement have wmpleted my examlnatlon. I corrflrrn matèrlal matter5 have come to my attertlon In connection wlth exarnination86virq me Ca•t0 belie that In ary Material rnspe¢t: l. accountirq records were rw)t kpt In resirt of th• charltyas r•qulr•d sectlon 130 of th• Act; or 2. th• attounts do not •ccord with records. I no ¢0mS and have com• across rK+ oth•r matters In connttdon withthe •xamlMtlon to whlch I: ., i attertlon should b• drawn In thls resxxt In der to •Nble a proper und•rstandlng of the ac£ounts to bè r•ached. Company. Addres5: (Snel 11 Goldfinch Lafte Hellin8ly ' O Eastsussex BN271FX