Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers, Clubs ovOFpo 1974 2024 è/oA * sq Iso GOLDEN YEARSI . AGENDA, MINUTES & 50th ANNUAL REPORT for the YORKSHIRE AGM ioth May 2024
YORKSHIRE FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS, CLUBS Regional Agricultural Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ Tel: 01423 546170, Email: office@yfyfc.org.uk The EXECUTIVE MEEfiNG EGM & ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers, Clubs will be held at THE BRIDGE INN, WALSHFORD, NEAR WETHERBY, LS22 5HS on FRIDAY 10th MAY 2023 at 7.15pm for 3 7.30pm start. AGENDA Executive EGM Meeting Chairman's Welcome to the Executive Meeting - Mrs Kirsty Chapple Apologies for Absence To receive correspondence relating to the EGM To Appoint Tellers To make elections to the post of: Vice Chairmen - 2 roles Proposed by: Seconded by.. Yorkshire Annual General Meeting This meeting will be chaired by the County President To receive the President's Welcome & Remarks - Mr Adrian Willis To present National Federation of Young Farmers, Awards for 202312024 To present Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers, Awards for 2023/2024 To confirm the minutes of the AGM meeting held on Thursday I Ith May 2023 To receive correspondence relating to the AGM 10 11 12 To receive and adopt the 50th Annual Report of YFYFC This will be presented by the County Chairman and Sub-committee Chairmen Proposed by: Kirsty Chapple, Holme Valley YFC Seconded by: Mel Guyi Reeth YFC 13 To receive and adopt the Accounts and Balance Sheet Presented & Proposed by: Joe Holmes, Worth Valley YFC Seconded by: Will Fawcett, Thirsk YFC
14 To receive a vote of thanks to the Retiring OfFicers Proposed by: Rosie Garth, Lawkland YFC 15 To make elections to the post of: a) President- Mr Adrian Willis Proposed by: Ben Robinson, Tadcaster & Wetherby YFC Seconded by: Georgina Hobson, Aire Valley YFC b) Deputy President - Miss Rachel Wilson Proposed by: Holly Cornforth, Tadcaster & Wetherby YFC Seconded by: Natalie Ginleyi Calderdale YFC Vice Presidents Cledales Distrirt - Mr John Craddock Craven Distritt - Mrs Denise Dobson Ebor Distrirt - Miss Rachel Wilson Eskdale Distrirt - Mr David Smith Harrogate District - Mr Ben Ryder Ryedale District - Mr Ian Teasdale Settle District - Mr Graham Taylor South West District - Mr Kevin Kitchen Went Valley District - Mr Paul Smith Proposed by: Jed Reed, Thirsk YFC Seconded by: Josie Pattison, Great Smeaton YFC d) Honorary Treasurer - Mr Stephen Jarvis Proposed by: Joe Holmes, Worth Valley YFC Seconded by: Natalie Ginleyi Calderdale YFC Auditors - Hollings Crowe Storr LLP (year 3 of a 3 year term) Proposed by: Joe Holmes, Worth Valley YFC Seconded by: Will Fawcett, Thirsk YFC Trustee - Darren Coates (3 year term) Proposed by: Anna Booth, Rathmell YFC Seconded by: Rebecca Keayi Stokesley YFC
16 To consider any Resolutions: Motion. That the basic levy payable by Clubs and Districts to the Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers Clubs for the year 2024/2025 wi// be an increase of15%. Motion 2: That the total levy p3yab/e by Clubs and Districts to the Yorkshire Federation of Young will remain as a split of 75% payable by clubs and 250/0 payable by districts. Motion 3: That the basic Ievypayable by Clubs and Districts to the Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers Clubs wi// be a flat rate for all membership ages. Proposed by: Joe Holmes, Worth Valley YFC Seconded by: Will Fawcett, Thirsk YFC To confirm the 2024/2025 Charity ReseNes Policy Proposed by: Darren Coates, Trustee Seconded by: Adrian Willis, County President 17 To announce the winner of the Alan Goldie Trophy for best contribution to debate at this evening's meeting presented by Mr Stuart Robson and Miss Alex Mcmenemy, County Durham FYFC. 18 Any Other Business 19 To approve the date of the next Annual General Meeting - Thursday 8th May 2025
YORKSHIRE FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS, CLUBS Teesdale Office, Regional Agricultural Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ Tel: 01423 546170 Email: office@yfyfc.org.uk Minutes of the 49th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the YORKSHIRE FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS, CLUBS held on Thursday 4th May 2023 at Pannal Golf Club, Harrogate at 7.30pm. THOSE PRESENT IN THE ROOM David Airey County President Adrian Willis Ed Bentley Deputy President 2021-2023, HLM & NFYFC Deputy President County Chairman 2021-2023 Kirsty Chapple County Vice Chairman 2022-2023 Joe Holmes EF&M & GYS Chairman 2022-2024 Will Fawcett EF&M Vice Chairman 2023-2024 Philippa Gray EF&M Vice Chairman 2023-2024 Kelsey Williamson GYS Secretary 2021-2023 Mel Guy Competitions & Skills Vice Chairman 2021-2023 Anna Booth Competitions & Skills Vice Chairman 2019-2023 Lizzy Elgie Competitions & Skills Vice Chairman 2020-2023 Stephen Jarvis Honorary Treasurer Darren Coates Trustee Paul Gill Trustee Jim Barton Honorary Life Member Jean Daniel Honorary Life Member Rachel Wilson Ebor President Andrew Langthorne Co-option Abigail Pell Co-option Angela Booth Co-option Helen Goulding Co-option Lisa Harker Co-option Angela Hall Co-option Tracy Maltby Co-option Kathryn Robinson Co-option Dave Scruton Co-option Andrew Wright Co-option Stuart Robson Northern Area President Fred Mason Northern Area Trustee Michael J Rimmer Lancashire President Jane Chapman Visitor Ian Close Visitor Karen Wasden YFYFC Field Development Officer Julie Spink County Co-ordinator Fiona Taylor Assistant County Co-ordinator And 51 members representing 20 Clubs and 5 Districts THOSE PRESENT BY ZOOM Tim Weatherhead County Vice Chairman 2019-2023 Janet Bolland Co-option Henrietta JaNis Co-option Jack Carvey Cledales District Laura Terry Harrogate Distritt Pippa Jackson Ryedale Distritt
Alex Bulmer Kelly Armitage Caroline North Michelle Vickers Ryedale District Settle District Visitor Designated Safeguarding Officer & Member Welfare APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE were received from Georgina Fort, Laura Houseman, Ryan Howe, Joe Middlemiss, Sarah Leach, Scott Waterfield, Lucy Pearson, Olivia Kent, Oscar Tattersall, Steph Graham, Dan Smith, Jack Smith and Michael Warren. Presidents Welcome- David Aireyi County President David Airey welcomed everyone to the Annual General Meeting and was delighted to see so many faces present. The meeting was delayed in commencing, due to an accident on the Al near Boroughbridge and various proposers or seconders were stuck in traffic. David also welcomed the visitors: From Lancashire - Michael Rimmer, Lancashire President, and Ian Close who will be judging the Alan Goldie Trophy, together with Stuart Robson NA President, and Fred Mason NA Trustee. Apologies for Absence David requested all apologies to be noted in the attendance register at the back of the room. To receive the President's Remarks- David Aireyi County President President Mr David Airey welcomed everyone to the Annual General Meeting and outlined the issue with the Covid period that had an impact on membership numbers dropping at the start of his presidency. David explained Club Leaders had found an opportunity to escape and did not return to assist. The number of junior members have increased and is better than expected. David congratulated the unsung heroes, the older members having to step up earlier than predicted, and to the hard work of the parents for transporting the members to the competitions and events. David emphasised that parents, club leaders, and helpers need to continue to help members so that they can get the best out of Young Farmers. Intermediate and Senior members have brought more members to the clubs, which will help the Juniors to develop their skills. David reminded the room that both Intermediate and Senior members get the most out of Young Farmers if they put the work in. David congratulated all the members who competed for Yorkshire. David attended Stockman at Gisburn Aurtion Mart and was impressed that all the members were keen to participate. This competition encourages members to speak in front of strangers and gives them confidence. David added that he was proud to be at Gisburn, noting a lot of members had travelled from afar to compete. David rounded by stating it is very positive and means we can only go from strength to strength. To present National Federation of Young Farmers, Awards for 2022123 David Airey and Mel Guy presented the awards for the National prize winners, with a list of competitors displayed on the screen. Dairy Stockjudging (16 & under) Lucy Goulding, Worth Valley 4th Samuel Spenceley, Penistone, -11th Dairy Stockjudging (28 & under) Annie Stones, Reeth, 12th Jack Stones, Reeth, 21st English Winter Fair Beef Live & Carcase (21 & under) Anna Elgie, Boroughbridge, 2nd Sam Scholefield, Calderdale, =lOth
Max Robinson, Catterick, 18th Beef Live & Carcase (28 & under) Amanda Watson, Felliscliffe, 4th Matthew Maw, Catterick, 13th Georgina Hobson, Aire Valley, 27th Pig Live & Carcase (28 & under) James Driffield, Farnley Estate, 4th Alfie Challoner, Calderdale, 7th Reuben Scholefield, Calderdale, 16th Ethan Scholefield, Calderdale, 19th Malvern Show Floral Art (21 & under) Emily Fretwell, Penistone, =8th Cookery Team Lucy Goulding & Rebecca Goulding, Worth Valley, 4th NFYFC Public Speaking Junior Public Speaking Seth Challoner, Calderdale, -4th Junior Reading Team Lucy Goulding, Worth Valley & Reuben Scholefield, Calderdale, 3rd Grave Atkinson, Worth Valley & Samuel Scholefield, Calderdale, =8th Junior Member of the Year Rebecca Goulding, Worth Valley, 2nd Intermediate Brainstrust Team Anna Booth, Rathmell, -6th Junior GENSB Tug-of-war Penistone Juniors, 1st Casey Fisher Charlie Frost Finley Kitchen-Dunn Alice Peace Harry Peace Daniel Rodgers Samuel Spenceley Oliver Swinn Ladies Tug-of-war Silsden with Skipton, 4th Rosannagh Binns Anna Hiley Christine Pratt Jessica Marshall Katy Marshall Rebecca Stockdale
Abigail Wallbank Amanda Watson, Felliscliffe Clay Pigeon Shooting (17 & under) Lily-may Horn, Winskley-cum-Grantley, 17th Clay Pigeon Shooting (18 & over) Jack Stones, Reeth, -9th Special mention to the following members: Isaac Chapman, Lothersdale, NFYFC Recipe Challenge Winner. Laura Terry, volunteering trip to Peru with NFYFC. Winksley-cum-Grantley YFC runner up in the NFYFC Community Spirit Award. Congratulations to Will Bradley, Nidderdale YFC who ran in the Mascot Gold Cup, achieving 3rd place at the weekend. Congratulations to Anna Booth who competed in NFYFC Senior Member of the Year and achieved 5th place. Ed Bentley asked anyone in the room who competed at NFYFC finals, and we had not read their names out to collect their certificates from the desk. To present Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers. Awards for 2022123. Adrian Willis as President Elect, and Darren Coates as Trustee had made the last-minute decision to present 3 Life Member Awards tonight and this had been kindly agreed by Honorary Life Member Mr Jim Barton. Adrian stated he did not require a script as all the members were wonderful people and deserving of the awards. Life Members Award nominations.. William Fawcett, Thirsk YFC, Cledales Jess Marshall, Silsden with Skipton YFC, Craven Molly Robinson, Tadcaster & Wetherby YFC, Ebor Lydia Hewison, Danby YFC, Eskdale Tom Stockil, Winksley Cum Grantley YFC, Harrogate Anna Booth, Rathmell, Settle James Dunn, Helmsley, Ryedale Winners: Tom Stockil, Winksley Cum Grantley YFC, Harrogate District Tom has spent hours over the years supporting Harrogate District as his role as District Chairman, which is not an easy job. James Dunn, Helmsley YFC, Ryedale District James or Jimbob is well known in Ryedale as the man with the mullet and member of the Ryedale tug-of-war team. Anna Booth, Rathmell YFC, Settle District Anna was nominated twice this evening and has been a member since she was 10 years old. Having held roles at both club and district, Anna is currently Vice Chairman of Competitions & Skills Committee, and was recently a finalist in the National Senior Member of the Year competition. Adrian concluded that the quality of the nominations in the Life Members Award was exceptional and thanked Mr Barton for the contributions received from the Honorary Life Members to fund the decanters each year.
Adrian asked Mr Barton to present Mr Paul Gill, Boroughbridge YFC and YFYFC Trustee, his Time and Talent decanter which he won last year. Mr Barton stated that the award was very well deserved by Paul. Darren Coates as Trustee stated it had been an extremely tough job to choose 2 winners from the nominations and all these people do a fantsstic job to support the federation and we hope they would continue to do so. Time & Talent nominations: Ms Angela Hall, Craven District Mrs Tracy Maltby, Craven District Mr Stuart Parker, Knaresborough YFC Mrs Janet Bolland, former County Trustee Winners.. Mrs Janet Bowland Janet apologised for not being present at the meeting but was delighted to receive the award and hoped to attend the next Executive Meeting. Mrs Tracy Maltby Tracy received her award from Mr Barton and thanked the federation for the recognition of her involvement in YFC. To confirm the minutes of the AGM meeting held on 12th May 2022. Proposed by Adrian Willis and seconded by William Bradley. To receive correspondence relating to the AGM There were none. To Appoint Tellers Stephen Jarvis and Darren Coates were elected as tellers for the evening. To receive and adopt the 49th Annual Report of YFYFC This will be presented by the County Chairman and Sub-committee Chairmen The 49th Annual Report County Chairman - Edward Bentley- report regarding County Ed Bentley hoped everyone had received a copy of the 49th Annual Report and ststed it had been an honour to be the County Chairman for the 48th and 49th year of the federation especially coming out of lockdown. Ed stated that alongside reps attending meetings, the possibility of using Zoom for people unable to attend has been a bonus. Members have been keen to compete at District and County Rally, which is a good sign, and we had a tremendous County Rally in 2022 and it feels like YFC is back! Fast forward to June at the Northern Area Field Day hosted at Darlington Auction Mart we had a great turnout of Yorkshire members, and we were triumphant winners. Ed thanked John Craddock and the GYS committee for the GYS showcase and a visit from HRH Princess Royal Anne, and he would advocate for any member to get involved on the committee. Ed recognised Young Farmers were getting out there doing charity work by fundraising and attending local agricultural shows.
Ed reported that the new digital membership has been a challenge and "touch wood" we are getting there but this has also been a tough challenge for the office, but we have now turned the corner with 1600 members signed up. The outlook is looking a lot more healthy and a testament to club officers and club leaders. Ed stated we now have 44 clubs funrtioning and only 6 clubs with less than 20 members. Currently Great Smeaton YFC have grown to 73 members, followed by Felliscliffe YFC with 57 members. Ed thanked the EFM Committee for supporting 2 Junior Activate Weekends and thanked the volunteers for stafffing the residentials. Ed reported that Billy's Bingo was a great addition to the event calendar which was new and exciting. Ed thanked Karen Wasden (Dash) as the Field Development Officer for attending club and district AGMS and completing DBS checks noting there is currently a knowledge gap, as we have a lot of new members, therefore, more to do! We have 60 % juniors and with the older members moving on, which is a huge knowledge gap to fill. Ed thanked the following people for their support throughout his term in office: All the staff, Julie, Karen, the Trustees, the 2 Vice Chairman, Kirsty and Tim, Darren, and Michelle in their safeguarding roles, David as County President, Adrian as President Elect, and Stephen Jarvis as Honorary Treasurer. Ed explained that there is limited manpower to support Julie, so introduced Fiona Taylor to the room who has joined the County Office staff team, Ed finished off by saying; "Let's go to County, Northern, and National, and bring back all the trophies and certificates as we head into our 50th anniversary year!" The room showed their appreciation with a round of applause. Competitions & Skills Committee report- Mel Guy Mel thanked the members for a brilliant competitive year, stating it was great to start her year in office as Chairman with members winning all 3 trophies at Northern Area Field Day which we hosted. Fantastic first in-person County Rally back after the pandemic, which was a great success, and it was great to see enthusiastic members who were a credit to the federation. At the Northern Area Stockman competition members competed well and it was a huge achievement to win the top 3 places. This is great for both team building and accumulating silverware. The senior and intermediate members are encouraging younger ones and passing on their knowledge. Thank you to the parents, by transporting their children to events, club leaders, advisory and to Ed for all his help in her first year as Chairman, to Anna and Lizzy as Vice-chairs for all their help and support, to all the judges and stewards for their dedication and giving up their free time at competitions and finally to Julie in County Office for supporting the Competitions and Skills Committee. Events, Finance & Marketing Committee- Joe Holmes Joe reported that Events, Finance and Marketing has had a good year that was full of old classic events and some new dos. Billy's Bingo in January was a sell-out and next year we will look for a bigger venue. The committee had a successful quiz night in October and during the year we have rebranded the members leaflet, Friends of YFYFC leaflet and the keyring. The committee has hosted 2 Artivate ** Weekend where the Scouts were "m nied" by a Young Farmer, stamping our authority as the superior youth movement! Thank you to Will Bradley for running in the Mascot Gold Cup at Wetherby. Joe gave heartfelt thanks to John, Lois, Ed, Julie, Karen and the members for supporting all the events and fundraising.
Yorkshire & East Riding Great Yorkshire Show Committee- Kelsey Williamson Kelsey advised the room that we had a brilliant Great Yorkshire Show held over 4 days, and it was great to be Covid free. Kelsey thanked the members who came to help on the stand and apologised for being unable to be on our stand herself due to her work commitments elsewhere on the showground. Kelsey stated on the Tuesday we hosted the Tea Drinking World Record and had a visit from HRH Princess Anne, Adam Henson from Countryfile had judged the banner design competition, thank you to Fodder for the butchery demonstration, and on the Friday, we hosted the dairy judging award presentation. Other activities during the week included the log saw and hosting Yellow Wellies, Samaritans, Addington Fund and FCN charities. Kelsey thanked all the volunteers for their support over the week, the Yorkshire Agricultural Society for encouraging YFC but the biggest thank you was to John Craddock for coming out of "retirement" to support the federation. This was met by a show of gratitude from the members as a round of applause. David Airey thanked everyone for their reports. The 49th Annual Report was proposed by: Ed Bentley, YFYFC Chairman 2021-2023 and Helmsley YFC. Seconded by: Kirsty Chapple, YFYFC Vice Chairman 2021-2023 and Holme Valley YFC. Kirsty stated Ed and the committees had some amazing achievements over the year and there should be more to come in the next year. To receive and adopt the Accounts and Balance Sheet Presented & proposed by: Joe Holmes, Worth Valley YFC Seconded by: Ed Bentley (in absence of Will Fawcett Thirsk YFC) Joe presented the accounts advising that he is not good with numbers! The Accounts for the financial year 1st March 2022 to 28th February 2023 were presented & proposed by Joe Holmes. At the end of the year, our balance sheet is as follows: Affiliation fees £46,607.00 EF&M Committee £13,542.00 Competitions & Skills Committee £ 9,631.00 Total Income £78,393.00 Expenditure £63,187.00 Net income £15,206.00 Overall unrestricted and restricted funds £232,536.00 There were no questions from the floor and these will now be submitted to the Charity Commission. The accounts and balance sheet were seconded by Ed Bentley. To receive a vote of thanks to the Retiring Officers Isabelle Bush from Farnley Estate YFC proposed a vote of thanks to the retiring officers starting with the familiar phrase of "good evening, ladies, gentlemen, and fellow young farmers" Isabelle thanked David Airey as County President for his term in office, Adrian Willis, Deputy President, the Trustees, Darren Coates, Paul Gill, and Andrew Wood. Isabelle thanked Adrian for all his support and guidance over the year to help the federation run smoothly. Isabelle thanked the sub committees for their hard work and diligence, firstly the Events, Finance and Marketing Committee out-going officers Joe Holmes, John Craddock and Lois Abbey and welcomed the new officers Will Fawcett and Philippa Gray, who will work besides Joe as the Committee Chairman. Isabelle thanked the Competitions & Skills Committee, Mel Guy, Anna Booth, and Lizzy Elgie for their exciting competitions calendar. Isabelle highlighted the support of the County Vice Chairmen Kirsty Chapple and Tim Weatherhead and Ed Bentleys hard work over the past 2 years at County Chairman increasing the membership from 330 post covid to 1650 members today. Isabelle invited the room to join her in a warm hearted and well-deserved round of applause.
To make elections to the post of: President - Mr Adrian Willis Proposed by: Kirsty Chapple, Holme Valley YFC Seconded by: Philippa Grayi Calderdale YFC "Good evening, ladies, gentlemen, and fellow young farmers, it is my pleasure to propose Mr Adrian Willis as the Yorkshires, County President. For many of you this evening, Adrian will need no introduction, with him being a very familiar face at both County meetings and on the tug of war field. Since Adrian first joined young farmers... many years ago, he has taken on most roles at some point. Adrian stsrted off as a member of Worsbrough YFC and South West District. Although sadly Worsbrough YFC folded some years ago despite a huge effort to keep it open, Adrian still remains actively involved in South West being our current District President. He still attends all our district meetings and most of our district events, turning into our Christmas Quiz Master and as it turns out he's a fairly good bingo caller. Alongside club and distrirt, Adrian is still very much involved at all levels. We all know how involved Adrian is at County, but he is also a Northern Area Trustee and was recently elerted as an NFYFC Deputy President. Holding all these roles and his numerous decades of experience means that Adrian holds a wealth of knowledge on most things in YFC. Now, there are times when many of us will have said a few choice words when the phone rings and you see that Adrian is calling again (which timing couldn't be better, I'd just written this sentence as Adrian rang). However, most of the time there is an idea or suggestion of something we could do, a piece of advice, unless of course it's just to tell me what colour Blackpool Tower is currently lit up. Most people don't need me to list reasons as to why Adrian should be County President, but I hope you will agree and support my proposal that he would be perfect for the job. Ed agreed ststing he could attest to all of Kirsty's speech. Philippa Gray seconded Kirsty's proposal. Philippa stated that Yorkshire Young Farmers would not be where it is without the support of Adrian. Adrian's support and guidance extends from District to County level. Philippa ststed Adrian's knowledge from planning competitions to club issues, from the key grass roots members to Distritt, County and National level is unbeatable. Adrian is always in attendance at Competitions, EFM or the Exec meetings with his valuable contributions. Adrians time commitment to the federation is immeasurable from answering the phone at any time, his constant guidance is invaluable. Philippa thanked Adrian for representing YFYFC at both Northern Area and National and asked the room to join her and Kirsty to support this elettion. Ed asked if there were any further proposals, and none were received. All the room were in support of the elettion and Adrian was willing to stand as County President and was duly elerted. Deputy President- Miss Rachel Wilson Proposed by: Lizzy Elgie, Boroughbridge YFC Seconded by: Anna Booth, Rathmell YFC
"Tonight, I am honoured to propose Miss Rachel Wilson for Yorkshire Deputy President for the forthcoming year. Rachel is a great ambassador for Young Farmers, over the years Rachel has held many roles within the federation including Chairman of the Development and Marketing sub committee and County Chairman in 2004 - 2005 and more recently Northern Area President. In more recent times, especially the past year as Ebor President, Rachel has been a fantastic support for members, a friendly face to all and always there to lend a hand on Rally Day. It's fair to say that in Rachels time as Ebor District, she got thrown in well and truly at the deep end. As one of the districts hit most by Covid, Rachel took on the challenge to help support the rebuild of the district. Having Rachel at the end of the phone has made my job as Ebor District Chairman much easier. As we lost our secretary and treasurer to their travels, Rachel has helped me massively running the district. I hope you all join me tonight in agreement that Rachel would be a fantastic Deputy President for the forthcoming year." Anna Booth, from Settle District seconded Lizzy's proposal. "It's a privilege to be here this evening, to second Rachel Wilson to the Yorkshire YFC Deputy Presidents role for the forthcoming year. Rachel has been associated with YFC for a number of years, as a member of Ebor District and was also involved at a Yorkshire level as D&M Chairman and County Chairman in 2004-2005. Most recently Rachel has been Northern Area President and President for Ebor District. Rachel is always an active supporter of YFC events, particularly with helping at Public Speaking and as an indoor steward for County Rally. As a familiar and friendly face around the county, I am sure Rachel will be an excellent addition to our County top team and hope you11 all join with me in seconding the proposal of Rachel Wilson as Yorkshire YFC Deputy President for the forthcoming year." There were no further proposals and Rachel accepted the role thanking Lizzy and Anna for their kind words. Vice Presidents- Jointly Proposed by: Edward Bentleyi Helmsley YFC & Georgina Hobson, Aire Valley YFC. Jointly Seconded by: Edward Bentleyi Helmsley YFC & Georyina Hobson, Aire Valley YFC The following nominations were elected as YFYFC Vice Presidents for the forthcoming year 2023 2024: Cledales District - John Craddock Ed stated that John has held lots of roles within YFC, a stalwart supporter, always at the end of the phone. John works of the family's arable farm and is a keen cricketer. John is very much a YFC cliché! Craven District- Andrew Wright Georgina stated Andrew is a very big part of Craven District and always offers hands on support. Andrew works for CCM Auction Mart in Skipton and was one of the main drivers of their Next Generation event which a huge amount of YFC members attended. Andrew is a keen support of the Competitions & Skills Committee and always makes that extra effort to attend meetings even when at the other side of the world, an asset to the district and county. Ebor District - Rachel Wilson Ed reported that Rachel has held previous roles at County including County Chairman is a great support to Ebor District, helping with finances and offering guidance. During the day Rachel is one of the Directors at Vale Engineering. Eskdale District - David Smith
Ed highlighted that David has been involved in Stokesley YFC since he was 10 years old and is always available with help or advice with any aspect of YFC. David farms on his family farm on the outskirts of Stokesley and whenever Eskdale host an event or competition David is always there to support the distritt. Harrogate District- Dave Scruton Ed ststed that Dave is well known throughout Harrogate District and is also President of Felliscliffe YFC. Dave has held office as County President during the covid years and is a great coach and advocate for tug of war and can often be seen wearing his famous Union Jack shirt! Ryedale Distrirt- Ian Teasdale Ed reported that Ian Teasdale is an ex-Helmsley YFC member and has now successfully bred the next generation with son Alfie joining YFC. lan (Big Nuff) was always a familiar face during his time as a member across many district events and held many positions in the club/distritt, He is now District President and brings a renewed energy trying to encourage members to take their YFC to the next level, on the touchline, at stockman competitions or attending county competitions. Ian is a qualified agricultural engineer working across North Yorkshire. Settle Distrirt- Gordon Beresford Georgina highlighted Gordon is a past member of Coniston Cold YFC, taking part in many competitions and events during his time as a member and is currently a beef and sheep farmer at Halton West. Gordons 2 daughter have also both been attive members of local clubs over the years. Gordon has begun his second term being Settle's District President and has been an excellent support at events, as both a judge and steward over the last year and will hopefully continue for the year ahead. South West District - To be elected at the Executive Committee meeting in October 2023. Went Valley District - Paul Smith Georgina reported that Paul is a great support to Selby YFC and Went Valley Distritt. Paul owns a haulage and transport company at Cawood in Selby, so if you need anything moving, he's your man. Paul is a great advocate for a good YFC bash! Georgina continued "so with that.. I do hope you will all agree that all of tonight's nominations are brilliant supporters of YFC in their own rights and will be excellent individuals to have as Vice President for our County for the coming year and I hope you will join Ed and myself in seconding the proposals this evening" The room agreed unanimously, and all the candidates were duly eletted. Honorary Treasurer- Mr Stephen Jarvis Proposed by: Joe Holmes, Worth Valley YFC Seconded by: Lois Abbeyi Boroughbridge YFC Joe Holmes ststed that Stephen Jarvis is heavily involved in the County and Ebor District and is very helpful in explaining accounts and numbers. Joe reported that Stephen was well known for winning the county rally baking section in the past. Joe thanked Stephen for pouring over the accounts, showing him the ropes and his expertise in financial matters. Joe ststed Stephen would be an excellent candidate as Honorary Treasurer for the County. Lois Abbey reiterated Joe's comments advising that it was easy to second the proposal. Lois commented that stephen Jarvis has model values, always keen to help members and to help out at County Rally. In addition to going through the budget with a fine-tooth comb, Lois personally thanked
Stephen for his support at Club, District and County levels. Lois summed up stating Stephen is the back bone to Young Farmers and would like to second the nomination. There were no further proposals and Stephen accepted the role thanking Joe and Lois for their kind words. Auditors - Hollings Crowe Storr LLP Proposed by: Joe Holmes, Worth Valley FYC Seconded by: Philippa Grayi Calderdale YFC Joe proposed Hollings Crowe Storr LLP to continue as the auditors in year 2 of a 3-year term. Philippa seconded the proposal stating Hollings Crowe Storr continue to be keen supporters of Young Farmers also sponsoring the County Sports competitions each year. Trustees - Andrew Wood to be elerted for a two-year term Paul Gill to be elected for a three-year term Proposed by: Henrietta Jarvis, Boroughbridge YFC Seconded by: Kelsey Ann Williamson, Upper Wharfedale YFC Henrietta Jarvis by Zoom, proposed Andrew Wood as Trustee for a further 2-year term. Henrietta noted that Andrew, or Woody, has been heavily involved in YFC for years and has a wealth of experience from County Chairman, Club Leader, supporting Craven District and in addition, he has a key role with Sue Ryder Hospices as their charity fundraiser. Henrietta proposed Paul Gill as Trustee for a 3-year term. Henrietta stated that Paul has held several roles at club, distritt and county level and provides invaluable support to both clubs and members. Paul is an integral part of Boroughbridge YFC and Ebor Distrirt, held County roles as Finance Chairman and County President in the past. Henrietta thanked Paul for his time and commitment to the federation and had great pleasure in proposing that both Andrew and Paul are re-elected for their continued invaluable work alongside Darren Coates. Kelsey Ann Williamson seconded the proposals for both Trustees, Andrew for a further 2-year term and Paul for a three year term. Kelsey added that both Trustees are a great support to County and the clubs, which has greatly helped all the members succeed. The room fully supported the election both Trustees willingly accepted the extension to their terms in office and this was met with a round of applau*. To consider Resolutions: Affiliation Fees Proposed by: Joe Holmes, Worth Valley YFC Seconded by: Will Fawcet¢ Thirsk YFC 'That the basic levy payable by Clubs and Districts to the Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers Clubs for the year 2023/2024 wi// be increased by O % as approved in the Budget: Joe Holmes proposed the basic levy for Clubs and Districts payable to YFYFC will be increased by O % as previously discussed meaning the affiliation fees per member would remain at an estimated: Juniors £23.29, Intermediate £34.94 and Seniors £46.58. Members should note that at the NFYFC AGM that an increase in National Affiliation Fees was agreed from £25.80 to £30.00 per member for the year 1st September 2023 to 31st August 2024. Will Fawcett apologised for his late arrival and seconded the motion.
No further proposals were received, and the room voted in favour of the motion unanimously. To confirm the 202312024 Charity Reserves Policy Proposed by: Darren Coates, Trustee Seconded by: Adrian Willis, County President Darren Coates stated that the Charity Reserves cover us for a rainy day or a disaster and therefore proposed the following figures: Closed Clubs Life Members Award Fund General Develo ment Fund Pre- aid Grants Donations & Le acies earo eratin Costs Total Chari Re*rve Fund £0.00 £822.00 £21975.00 £15 799.00 £15,000.00 £119 628.00 £173 224.00 Adrian Willis Stated it gave him great pleasure to second the proposal and hoped when we come to this agenda item next year, we have spent some money to support the members. All members were in favour unanimously of the Charity Reserves Fund and there were no questions from the floor. Honorary Life Members Mr Michael Warren, Harrogate Distrirt Proposed by: Katy Addyman, Knaresborough YFC Seconded by: Tom Stockil, Winksley-cum-Grantley YFC Katy Addyman reported that she cannot be credited with the proposal and was here to champion the words of Scott Waterfield, Knaresborough YFC who is currently travelling in France and the commute is just too long. Katy proposed Michael Warren on behalf of Scott Waterfield. "Mick is a founder member of Harrogate YFC, and the term "Life Member could not be more appropriate from his early teens until his eighties he just never stopped attending. Since the merger of Harrogate YFC with Knaresborough he has been a staunch supporter of the new club and regular attendee at meetings, as both he and his late wife Anne (also a former YFC member) were made Honorary Life Members of Knaresborough some years ago, two of only three people to hold the position. Mick now presents a trophy in Anne's memory at the club's AGM each year. Mick knows our members by name and cares about each one, offering them advice opportunities and putting them in touch with people in the farming world, there are few people who don't know Mick and still fewer he doesn't know by name. His support extends to all clubs of the Harrogate Distritt, which he's been involved with over the years, and he is never absent from any Distritt event and no distance is too far for him to travel. Mick has been a valuable link between Harrogate District YFC and other bodies, such as the Ayrshire Cattle Association and the Great Yorkshire Show, along with various agricultural discussion groups. A champion of everything the Young Farmers movement stands for: its future and all its traditions. and the font of all knowledge on the movement from founding to the present day, nobody could be more accurately termed a Life Member" than Mick and nobody deserves more to have that made official."
Tom Stockil followed on by seconding the proposal stating that he had wrote a few words, but Katy had said it all really. Tom reported that unfortunately Mick cannot be present tonight and he has given his apologies. Tom stated that no one deserves it more than Mick, he is a great guy and could often be seen around the YFC and farming circuit with his late wife Anne in a wheelchair whom he doted on. Mick is a great ambassador for Young Farmers, actually starting off in Felliscliffe, then onto Harrogate before ending up in Knaresborough, Tom noted that even back in the day people liked to jump ship to different clubs and Mick is still here with us attending regularly. Tom noted that Mick was YFC through and through and you can always blame chatting to Mick if you are late! Tom stated Mick was a busy man outside of YFC, heavily involved in the Yorkshire Agricultural Society community, judging and stewarding cattle and as a hobby he attends the Auction Rooms in Hampsthwaite, Mick also finds time to farms pigs Wlth his son in Killinghall. Tom asked everyone in the room to join Katy and him to elect Mr Warren as an Honorary Life Member of YFYFC. All the room were in agreement and Mr Warren was duly elected. To announce the winner of the Alan Goldie Trophy To announce the winner of the Alan Goldie Trophy for best contribution to debate at this evening's meeting presented by Mr Michael Rirnmer, President of Lancashire FYFC and Mr Ian Close, former Chairman of Northern Area and Yorkshire FYFC. David thanked Michael and Ian for judging the best speaker and invited them to sum up. Michael stated he was from the best side of the Pennines which received a large friendly'boo" from the membership! Michael apologised if he seemed jaded but he had tsken in some sea air on Saturday and to his shock and dismay he had walked through Blackpool and come across 5,000 young farmers having a good time without embarrassing themselves! Michael reported he'd had a great experience, spoken to the Police who spoke positively of the young farmers movement and also accidentslly visited the Winter Gardens. Michael thanked everyone for their great speeches and both he and Ian had agreed on the winner which was the Vote of Thanks to all the officers by Isabelle Bush, Farnley Estate YFC. Michael noted Isabelle had ensured everyone with a role had been mentioned and why their role was important to Yorkshire Young Farmers. Isabelle accepted the Alan Goldie trophy and the room rewarded her with a round of applause. Any other Business David Airey thanked Michael and Ian for judging the best speech and stated he was retiring from clubbing as he had 28 to lamb! David asked if there was any other business to discuss before the meeting was closed. Adrian Willis proposed to have the 2024 AGM on a Friday night in May followed by a dance. Adrian stated that we don t often praise our rival Northern Area federations but both Northumberland and Cumbria host their AGMS which are then followed by a disco dance at Shap and Newcastle respectively and suggested that we look at a non-school night and have a social afterwards until midnight. Adrian asked the room to consider this proposal and we will discuss again at a later date. Will Amos from Penistone YFC asked why National had not thought of an AGM with a dance, to which the room responded with laughter. Adrian reported that one night when there had been a great sunset over Morecambe Bay, he had discussed this with a member of the NFYFC Board of Management regarding the return of the NFYFC Convention Weekend however their preference is for a DJ in a field! Adrian suggested that grass roots members would like to visit a North Western coastal resort which has a large metal structure,
theme park and 3 piers! Adrian noted that unfortunately under the current constitution Counties could not organise this but currently the Northern Area constitution could accommodate this. Michael Rimmer, Lancashire County President concurred with Adrian stated it is an avenue worth pursuing. Adrian praised the recent trip to Blackpool organised by the DIY AGM and attend by 5,000 young farmers noting that it had been hugely successful with no trouble and been praised publicly by the Lancashire Constabulary on Twitter. David Airey asked the room to vote on the motion and all were in favour of Northern Area looking into this further. Adrian Willis as President Elect thanked the room for a great meeting and was looking forward to his term in office and the 50th Anniversary year. To approve the date of the next Annual General Meeting David stated the planned date of the next AGM is Thursday 9th May 2024. Ed Bentley proposed. following the earlier discussion regarding the 2024 AGM in our anniversary year, the new date would be Friday 10th May 2024 followed by a dance at a location to be decided. This was seconded by Georgina Hobson, Aire Valley YFC and the room were in favour. Adrian stated to enable us to elect 2 Vice Chairman there would need to be an Executive AGM and Stephen stated that constitutionally we need to hold a Yorkshire EGM to ensure we invite all the AGM reps to the meeting. It was agreed to hold an Extraordinary General Meeting date on Thursday 26th October 2023 at Pannal Golf Club, Harrogate. David thanked all the contributors for a successful evening and wished all members good luck at the upcoming County Rally. Meeting declared closed at 21.. 15pm.
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Registered Charity Number 504310 YORKSHIRE FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS, CLUBS Teesdale Office, Regional Agricultural Centre, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, HG2 8NZ Tel: 01423 546170 Email: office@yfyfc.org.uk www.yfyfyc.org.uk County President MR ADRIAN WILLIS Deputy President MISS RACHEL WILSON Honorary Life Members H J BARTON ESQ MRS J DANIEL MRS D PHILLIPS A GOLDIE ESQ J R BARTON ESQ MRS D FARNDALE AS WILLIS ES J T HILL ESQ B PHILLIPS ESQ D SCRUTON ESQ M WARREN ESQ Vice Presidents MRS D DOBSON B RYDER ESQ K KThCHEN ESQ J CRADDOCK ESQ D SMrrH ESQ G TAYLOR ESQ MISS R WILSON I TEASDALE ESQ P sMH ESQ Holding Trustees ANDREW WOOD DARREN COATES PAUL GILL Executive Committee Officers County Chairman County Vice Chairman KIRSTY CHAPPLE VACANCIES Staff to the Federation County Coordinator Field Development Officer JULIE SPINK KAREN WASDEN County Book-Keeper DOROTHY DUBOIS Designated Safeguarding Officer DARREN COATES & MICHELLE VICKERS
OBJECTIVES OF THE YORKSHIRE FEDERATION OF YOUNG FARMERS. CLUBS To advance the education of young members of the public at large, in agriculture, homecrafts, country life and related subjects and:_ In the interests of the social welfare of such members to provide and promote the provision of facilities for recreation and other leisure time occupations, being facilities which will improve their conditions of life and will assist in the development of their spiritual and mental capacities, self-reliance, and individual responsibility so that they may grow to full maturity as individuals and members of the community. VISION STATEMENT OF THE YOUNG FARMERS MOVEMENT As adopted by the Executive Committee April 2004 YFC is and will continue to be an organisation to which members are proud to belong. It aims to be a safe environment in which members can have fun, make friends, learn, and achieve. The organisation will continue to be member-led and will aim to deliver excellent services for all young people with an interest in the countryside, wherever they live and whatever their background. YFC will manage people and resources, throughout the organisation, so that we can effectively support members and their Clubs. Clubs and County Federations deliver services, experiences and opportunities and are supported by a regional structure, with strategic direction and assistance from the national organisation. AIMS & OBJEcfIvES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR Recruitment & Retention of Members Promotion of the Organisation to potential members and outside bodies Delivery of training to members.. Communication Leadership Teamwork Officer Training Administration of competitions programme to encourage members to take part in. Public Speaking Sports Stockjudging Performing Arts Plus numerous others Advice & implementation of Health & Safety and Child Protertion Policies Organisation of County Rally Organisation of fund-raising events
Obituaries Sadly, we lost two great Honorary Life Members over the past 12 months which is loss to the federation and the wider young farmer community. Mr Alan Goldie Mr Alan Goldie, at the young age of 61 passed away in September 2024. Alan was originally a member of Great Smeaton Young Farmers, Club and has played a very active role at Club, District, County, and National level. Alan was enthusiastic about all aspects of the Young Farmers, movement and held the following roles of office: YFYFC Finance & General Purposes Chairman 1989 - 1990 YFYFC County Chairman 1991- 1993 YFYFC County President 2012 - 2014 NFYFC Chairman - 1996 We were honoured to elect Alan as an Honorary Life Member of Yorkshire in 2021 and Alan kindly dedicated I a trophy for the best contribution to members, speeches which is awarded annually at the Yorkshire AGM. Alan was affectionately known to his friends as "The Cowboy" and was often seen wearing a baseball cap. Alan could often be found stewarding at the National Convention of YFC long after he retired from office. Alan was proud to see one of his daughters, Rachel, become National Chairman of Young Farmers, in 2021- 2022; being the only family to have a father and daughter to both hold this prestigious national chain of office. Mr James Hill Mr James Hill slipped away in his sleep in October 2023 aged 94 years old. James was affectionately known as Jimmy and was the longest serving member of Northallerton Young Farmers, Club, joining in 1941 and being associated with the club for 84 years. During his time with Young Farmers, he was Club President from 1966 to 1992, and involved in both Cledales District and County. James was a long-standing Honorary Life Member of Yorkshire serving over 20 years in office and a Friend of
YFYFC. James was a mixed farmer from Wellfield House Farm at North Otterington and was renowned for his passion for vintage tractors. COUNTY PRESIDENT Adrian Willis Firstly, I would like to thank you all for electing me as the Federations President during this our 50th Anniversary year. The year hasn t been without its challenges, with Kirsty Chapple, our Chairman, in her second term of office having no Vice Chairs for the entire year, so a massive thanks to her. Moving on, we reformed a Promotion and Skills Committee thus reducing the workload on the other two overburdened Committees. The now renamed Events, Finance & General Purposes Committee, Chaired by Worth Valley member Joe Holmes has had a particularly challenging time, with various events organised but then with insufficient ticket sales by deadline dates having to cancel them often leaving a cost burden to the Federation, I must remind you all that when Joe asks you to approve these plans at the Executive Committee, these events once approved are the responsibility of the entire Executive Committee and not just Joe and his Vices. These cancellations have caused loses to our Federation and lead to long discussions when attempting to plan for the years ahead. Additionally, Joe ably assisted by County Treasurer Stephen JaNis and the EF&GP have had to draft the budget for the forthcoming year which has a £28,000 deficit and takes into consideration both the need to keep costs to a minimum but also the need, with 660/0 of our membership being Juniors, the need to invest in our Future. So, a big thanks to Joe, Will, Philippa, Stephen, and the Committee. Moving on to our renamed Competitions Committee Chaired by Mel Guy an ex-Reeth member, they have organised, assisted by districts such as Settle & South West all of our Competitions throughout the year leading to success for the County at both Area and National Finals and I feel obliged at this moment to mention in particular Coach Andrew Howe who led Penistone YFC'S Junior Tug of Wars team to their second consecutive NFYFC victory. Additionally, the committee had the responsibility of organising the Northern Area Weekend, forming a subcommittee under the chairmanship of Rachel Nelson (nee Goldie). This was held in Scarborough and won praise from right across the Area for not only being well run but also turning a profit without a separate fundraising dance. So, a big thank you to Mel, Anna, Lizzy, Rachel, and the Committee. Now to County Deputy President Rachel Wilson who took on the task of organising a new Promotion & Skills Committee. Rachel took on this task with gusto, seeking out and inviting a group of 16 to 24 year old members to come together in the Autumn with a blank piece of paper and look at the Federations needs for the future with regard to Marketing both internally & externally, Training, multimedia, and the Federations involvement in the Great Yorkshire Show. The Committee have met on a
number of occasions, and I believe that the fruits of their labour will be seen in the coming months. Thanks, Rachel and the Committee. I also attempted to support the Great Yorkshire Show Committee, I had 4 days at the show helping on the stand where host Simon Theakston the show President, Mark Spencer MP PC the Minister of Agriculture, NFYFC for their Dairy Judging and I judged an impromptu TOW exhibition for the Society. Now the Executive Committee, excellently chaired by Kirsty. We have had fun & frivolity, praised our successes but taken the time to have involved and meaningful discussions when there was the need, so therefore a big thanks to all whom attend whether in person or via Zoom. For my part, I have the pleasure of visiting a number of Club & District AGM'S as well as visiting and in some cases Judging a number of District competitions and Rallies. I have attended all the County meetings, Area meetings and NFYFC Council meetings either in person or via Zoom. Additionally, I have attended many County Competitions and Social events either Judging, Stewarding or just being a spectator, Area & certain NFYFC Finals where it's always been a pleasure to watch Yorkshire members doing well. l even had a sneaky trip to the West Coast last May to an unofficial event! I have also assisted Kirsty in the negotiation of some sponsorship partnerships which I hope will help bring long term stability to our beleaguered finances. Wearing my Tug of War Judges hat as also given me that chance to visit our sister Federations in the North, I was particularly pleased to visit Cambo YFC who hosted the Northumberland FYFC Rally and whom staggeringly had negotiated £10,000 of sponsorship from the local wind farm helping to make it a successful day from both the Fun angle and Financially. In conclusion, my personal thanks, go to Julie, Dash (Karen) and Michelle our staff members, Kirsty & the Officer Team, Our Trustees, Stephen our Treasurer, and all those who have collectively made this year the success it has been. It would be remiss of me not to remember all those at home without whose support I could not have done the job, my partner Caroline and our two children Ava and Dexter. Adrian Willis YFYFC County President 2023-24
COUNTY CHAIRMAN 2023- 2024 Kirsty Chapple What an honour it has been to be County Chairman for the second time round - 18 months ago it wasn t something I had even considered and certainly not with a new baby to plan around too. The Competitions committee have once again been extremely busy. We started out the year with the County Rally. Hundreds of members new and experienced descended onto Thirsk Auction Mart armed with a variety of white coats, tug of war boots and an array of cookery and craft exhibits all hoping that theirs would be chosen as the winner. After a tough day of competition, it was Farnley Estate YFC and Cledales District who triumphed. It was fantastic to see such a high standard of entries and the number of new members that had turned up to compete. Throughout the rest of the year, we have seen members competing in Public Speaking, Bowling, and Clay Pigeon Shooting to name a few. Thank you to all the clubs and districts that have hosted competitions on behalf of County, and to everyone who has given up their time to judge and steward, your help is much appreciated. Members of the Competition committee have also hosted the Northern Area Weekend this year. It was brilliant to see members from across the Northern Area coming to Yorkshire for a weekend of competition. Thank you to all the committee members who gave up their time to put on this fantastic event. The E, F&GP committee has once again put on a set of fantastic events for you the members to attend and enjoy. This includes our ever-popular County Quiz with John Craddock and Ryan Howe acting as quiz masters. We once again saw members dancing the night away at Club Amadeus at both the Christmas and Spring dances. We are trialling a new after rally do this year, with a Bar and BBQ staring at the Tug of War and continuing into the evening, as members please support this and encourage others in your clubs and districts to do so. As has been said repeatedly, the events can only be a success with member support, if not our Federation can't sustain itself. As with the competitions committee, E, F&GP want to put on the events the members want- let them know your ideas and make their efforts worthwhile. YORKSHIRE o•0
The Promotion and Skills committee has been launched this year to look at the training opportunities offered to members and how we can further promote ourselves as a Federation. A very successful officer training day was held in January which gave the opportunity for club and distrirt officers to get together and further learn about their roles. Thank you to all those officers that attended and those who volunteered to run the sessions. Highly successful first aid training has been delivered in many of our districts with the final sessions currently being organised. All members who attended the training have received a first aid kit and hopefully this will allow members to feel more confident should an incident occur. This year is YFYFC'S 50th Anniversary and was kicked off in style when nearly 400 past and present members attend our Anniversary Dinner Dance held at York Racecourse in April. A huge thank you to Rachel Wilson for organising the event, all our sponsors and all those who attended. Coming up we also have our church service and afternoon tea which again gives us the opportunity to celebrate all the good that has come from 50 years of YPfFC. Finally, I'd like to say some thankyous. Thank you to Julie in County Office, Michelle Vickers our Safeguarding and Member Welfare Office and Karen (aka Dash) who has been out and about as Field Development Officer, for their support over the year. Thank you to Joe Holmes and Mel Guy as sub-committee officers, President Adrian Willis, Honorary Treasurer Stephen Jarvis, Trustees Andrew, Darren & Paul, Deputy President Rachel Wilson, Vice Chairmen Kirsty Chapple, and especially Darren who's been helping out Michelle with member welfare and safeguarding issues. Often, we forget about the things we don't see, but it's that that allows this Federation to continue. Lastly, you the members, having visited many of your clubs and districts during the past year, it is clear there are some exceptional members out there. Take every opportunity that you get and make the most of your time as a YFC member. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be your Chairman for the last year. It has been an absolute privilege and I have loved (nearly) every minute. Good luck to your new senior officer team - I'm sure they will be fantastic. Kirsty Chapple YFYFC County Chairman 2023-24
COMPETITIONS COMMIrrEE REPORT Mel Guy We have had another fantastic year! We began the year with the County Rally at Thirsk Auction Mart. where again members came out in force to compete. It was superb to see members flourish in the competition and for exhibits to be at such a remarkable standard. It was wonderful to come together as a Federation and celebrate what amazing talented members Yorkshire has. A huge congratulations to Farnley Estate once again for winning overall! In June, we saw Yorkshire travel to Myerscough College to compete at Northern Area Field Day hosted by Lancashire. Yorkshire showed outstanding team spirt through all competitions, excelling in Tug of War with four teams qualifying for the National Finals along with members shining in stock judging and Yorkshire winning the overall stock judging trophy. Moving into July, NFYFC held their competitions weekend in early July, where we saw many members from Yorkshire travel to Staffordshire to compete. Yorkshire had another successful weekend with many members placing; special mentions to Farnley Estate who won the Junior Mixed Basketball. Yorkshire travelled to Hexham Auttion Mart to compete at Northern Area Stockman. Yorkshire showed great team spirit throughout the day which was rewarded with Yorkshire bringing home the team trophy along with three other trophies. A special mention to Jacob Ryder for winning Young Stockman of the Year. Well done to everyone who competed. As we moved into August, we had four Yorkshire teams attend the NFYFC Tug-of-war Finals at Tenbury Show. Well done to all the teams who went to compete. We saw Penistone winning the Junior Tug of War for a second year and Great Smeaton coming a close second. Moving onto September, we have had members competing at Stockman and Stockman of the Year, Cookery Team Finals and Floral Art Finals at Malvern Show. A huge congratulations to all the members who went and represented Yorkshire. we had some fantastic results. As we began the start of the new competition year, we began with The Rural Skills Day in October, kindly hosted by Settle. Members competed in a variety of competitions including sheep dog trials, orienteering and dry-stone walling. We continued with the static competitions again this year, which were very popular with
members. A huge thank you to Settle for hosting and organising this event. We look forward to the upcoming day this year. Yorkshire held their Live & Carcass competition in October returning to J&E Medcalf's in Halifax. This day was enjoyed by all members with some great individual results, it also saw some members compete in this competition for the first time. In the middle of November, we saw members go and compete at the English Winter Fair in Staffordshire. It was brilliant to see so many enthusiastic members go and compete which lead to some fantastic results. A special mention goes to the team consisting of Katie Grainger, Masham, Grace Bryant, Reeth, Reuben Scholefield and Ethan Scholefield, Calderdale who won the John Spear Trophy for the overall winning team. As always, the County Bowling competition, which was held at Ten Pin in York, was popular with all members, selling out within the first week of advertising. A huge thank you to all of the stewards who helped to run this event. As we entered the new year we held the County Public speaking competition at Harrogate High School. It was fantsstic to see members come to compete in a wide variety of public speaking competitions. Members battled hard in all competitions, well done Settle for winning overall. During the afternoon, members and parents also enjoyed watching and listening to Worth Valley's show choir which went on to compete at Northern Area Weekend. This year due to terrible weather saw us run our County Sports competition in February. Members travelled to a new venue of Wensleydale High School to compete in mixed volleyball, dynamo cricket and rounders. Well done to all teams who qualified for Northern Area Weekend. Again, this year, Harrogate District hosted the Off Roading Challenge at Rudding Park. We had a good turn out from members who enjoyed driving the gator around the course. Many thanks again to Harrogate District for organising this event for members. As we entered March, Yorkshire hosted Northen Area Weekend at Scarborough. It was a brilliant weekend with Yorkshire coming out in force competing in public speaking, sports and show choir. Yorkshire had some brilliant results; a special mention goes to Lucy Goulding for being best Chairman in Junior Reading and best Speaker in Junior Public Speaking and also Isabelle Bush for winning Junior Member of the Year. Well done to Yorkshire for finishing second overall. I would like to once again thank the Northern Area Weekend committee for their hard work organising the weekend.
Moving into Spring, we saw South West kindly host the County Clay Pigeon Shooting at Brockholes Sporting Clays and Ryedale for hosting County Stockman at Malton Auction Mart. A huge thank you to both districts for organising fantastic competing days. Plans are well underway for this year's County Rally; I am looking forward to seeing you all there for a fantastic day of competition. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the members for your enthusiasm and teamwork in all competitions this last year, we have had some outstanding results and brought back lots of silverware to the County. Thank you to club leaders, advisory members and parents for your continued support and commitment to the Federation and the Competitions Committee. I would like to say a massive thank you to Julie for all of her hard work in County Office and for her continued support to the competitions committee over this past year. I know at times it hasn't been easy organising competitions this year, but your hard work and dedication has shone through to make sure all competitions have run as smoothly as possible. Thank you to Kirsty for her continued support to myself and the Competitions committee. I would also like to say thank you to Anna and Lizzy for all of their hard work over the last year and their support in organising competitions. I would also like to thank our sponsors who have really helped support all of the competitions we have run across the year. Finally, I would like to thank all of the judges and stewards who have given up their time to come to competitions. Without your continued support and dedication these competition days wouldn t be possible. Mel Guy Competitions Chairman 2022 - 2024
EVENTS, FINANCE AND GENERAL PURPOSES COMMIThEE REPORT Joe Holmes Thanks firstly must go to my vice chairs Will and Phillipa who have been a reassuring voice when planning events and running the committee, Julie as always for being at the end of the phone, diligently sorting everything out and reining in my new whacky ideas! We started the year with marketing falling under our committee and we were proud to have carried on the work started by former County Chairman Ed Bentley to rebrand the federation. We acquired a new on brand gazebo, giant deck chair, flying banners and created a flower wall for use at events. We worked with YAS by having a large stand at their Springtime Live event and invited the young attendees to sit on a vintage tractor and plant sunflower seeds. Although these young people aren't yet in our membership age range, we'planted the seed, in the brains of the parents, showing what we do as Young Farmers and I'm sure that they will encourage their children to come to sign up when they turn 10. By attending this event it goes along way between us and OLJr biggest supporters the Yorkshire Agricultural Society and enhances the special relationship between us both. We have also attended the Plough Service at Ripon Cathedral where members pulled the plough down the aisle and read in front of the crowd. Will Bradley ran as Suzie Sheep (our federations mascot) in the world's largest Mascot Race at Wetherby Race Course. This event not only supported YFYFC it also supported the charity Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Will came 3rd overall, a fantastic achievement. We have held 2 successful Do's at Club Amadeus where over 2,000 members attended across the 2 events, bringing in much needed funds to the county's coffers. Thanks to Tim Weatherhead for standing on the door with us. Members had an enjoyable evening at Kookys Nightclub at Skipton where 200 members attended and danced the night away to 80s hits. Although this event didn't go exactly to plan it brought in more money for the Federation.
Intermediate and senior members attended the Rally Do at Thirsk Auction and had a blast with DJ Billy Miller and Yorkshire Bars and Events ran a great bar thanks go to the stewards and bar volunteers who helped the night run smoothly. This year's plan is to have the event on the top field where all members and parents can attend which will allow us to gather more money from out of age people. Billys Bingo was well attended being a sellout event with 150 people attending with bingo dabbers to play 5 rounds of jazzy bingo and play your cards right. Attendees ate pie and peas and danced to Billys tunes. This event will be repeated this coming year. The QLJIZ was held at the Anchor at Whixley, hosted by quiz masters John Craddock & Ryan Howe. Members old and current attended and had a great night concluded by a raffle, all of which made a good amount of money for the county, whilst also feeding the members with pie and chips - a good time was had by all. The last event of the year was the 50th anniversary Dinner Dance at York Racecourse kindly arranged by Racheal Wilson who by organising the event took the stress of organisation from the committee which saved time on our meetings. We as a committee look forward to seeing all reps from districts at our next EF&GP meeting and look forward to an enjoyable 50th anniversary year. Joe Holmes Events, Finance and General Purposes Chairman 2022 - 2024
PROMOTIONS AND SKILLS COMMIrrEE REPORT Rachel Wilson This new committee has now had two meetings. The role of the committee is to promote and market YFC to new members, sponsors, funders, and the general public as well as looking at the training needed by the federation. This is an exciting new committee that doesn't have any rules and can come up with novel ideas to achieve the committee aims and objectives. It was a great honour to be asked to chair the first two meetings of this committee, as a previous Development and Marketing Committee chairman I was very aware of what this committee can achieve and the fun it can have whilst doing it. Whilst I was D & M chairman, we towed a giant Yorkshire Pudding for 5 days around the County as part of NFYFC New Members Week. This gained a huge amount of publicity for YFC, involved every District and was great fun - what can Promotion and Skills come up with for this year? We have had a good attendance at the first two meetings. All reps attending have been in age and have shared ideas and view from their distrirts. Even though we are one county we have very diverse Districts due to our size and it is good to hear how clubs operate across the county. We have planned so far junior Activate Days for team building, an Academy residential weekend for Intermediate/Senior members as well as a 50th Anniversary Publication. If you are interested in social media, websites, training, promotion, recruitment and retention, shows and events then Promotion and Skills is the committee for you. Please make sure that you are elerted onto it at your next Distrirt AGM or if this is some time away - please don t hesitate to attend the next meeting. All are welcome and sometimes we have Pizza and Chocolate! I would like to thank all the current members of the committee for attending the first few meetings and offering ideas and suggestions. A big thank you to Julie in the office for the huge amount of work she puts into to keep all the committees operating and also to Karen visiting clubs across the County. By the time this report is adopted at the Yorkshire AGM, Promotion and Skills Committee will have held their first AGM so I would like to wish the incoming Chairman and Vice Chairman the best of luck for the first full year of the committee. Rachel Wilson Acting Chairman Promotions & Skills Committee 2023 2024 YOWHI YOUNG FARMEIS, YOIKSHIIE YOUNGF•IIIERS'
GREAT YORKSHIRE SHOW COMMIrrEE REPORT Joe Holmes Last year's show was an enjoyable one with a good attendance on the stand. We were grateful to have Your Harrogate Radio on the stand broadcasting live to locals about what was happening on the showground. In return they frequently plugged YFC and allowed committee secretary Kelsey Williamson and me as chairman, to take a ride in a helicopter whilst the hosts reported on the local traffic situation, a good time was had by all. I also raced DJ Pete Egerton in a pole climbing competition which of course I won! We were fortunate to have Mark Spencer MP who came and explained how YFC had helped him in his career and spoke with current and former members whilst looking around the stand. We also had the pleasure of showing the GYS Show President Mr Simon Theakston around the stand introducing them to the charities, and the following day we welcomed the Show Presidents wife, Mrs Candy Theakston who enjoyed looking at the displays the members had made. We were invited to a drink's reception at the NFU and at Carter Jones, the land agents, and it was great to talk about all things YFC with people there. Kevin Maltby from Lothersdale YFC brought his drums and cow bells which members of the public enjoyed watching and getting involved in. We provided nail bashing and sign the sheep for members of the public to join in with. We had fantastic exhibit displays from the county rally and Harrogate District came on Wednesday to sell tickets to their After Show Dance in Harrogate, which was very well attended. On Friday afternoon we hosted a tug of war demonstration in the cattle ring, all be it raining and cold, all the competitors had a great time and YAS enjoyed the spectacle! Overall, we had a brilliant time during the week and showcased the best of YFC, all the volunteer members who manned the stand loved the week and are looking forward to this year's show! Joe Holmes Great Yorkshire Show Chairman 2023
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER". 504310 Re rt of Ihe Trustees and Unaudited Financial Statements for the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 yorks're Federats'on of Ytjj lubs Farrnus Hollings Cr(Vave Storr LLP 14 Beech Hill Otley West ykShIre LS21 3AX
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Inde endent Examiner's Re Yorkshire Federation of Youn Clubs rt to the Trustees of Famiers Indopondont •xamlnerfs roport to tho irustoos of Yorkshlro Fodoratlon of Young Farniers Clubs I report to Ihe tharily trustees on my examinalion of the accounts of Yorkshire Federab'on of y¢n9 Farmers Clubs {the Trust) ffx the year ended 29 February 2024. Rosponslbllltlos and basls of roport As the tharity irustees of the Trust you are re$sIble for the preparation of the acwjnts in ac£ordance wilh Ihe requiremenls ol the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act.). I report in respect of my examination of the Tnjst's ac£ounts carried out under Sedion 145 of ihe Act and in carrying out my examination I have folloived all applicable Directions given by the Charrty Commission under Section 145(5)Ib) of the Acl. Indopondont oxamlnorfs statoment I have completed my examination. I Ccrin that no material matters have come to my atlenlion in connection with the examinalN)n giving me cause to believe thal in any Matla1 respect: accounliThJ records were not kepl in respect of Trust as required by Section 130 01 the the accounls do accord with tIse records: or the accounts do not comply wilh the applicable requirements o)ncerning fomi and content ol accounts set out in Ihe Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 olher than any requiiement that the accounts give a true and fair view which s not a Matter c<$ered as part of an independent examinalion. I have no concerns and have come acfOSS no other matters in Connect with the examinalM)n lo which attenlM)n should be drawn in this rep(1 in order lo enable a proper understandir¥J of the accounts lo be reached. Anthony Bradbury Hollings Crowe Storr LLP 14 Beech Hill Ouey West Yorkshire LS213AX Dale.. Page 3
Yorkshire Federalitin of Youn Clubs Famiers Sialement of Financial Acltvilies ihe Year Ended 29 Febnja 2024 29.2.24 Total funds 28.2.23 Total funds UnrestrKied Resirieted fund funds Noles INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legac4es 70 79) 2.503 Charltsblo actlvlllos Gener 84.311 84.311 74.796 Investment irKome 3.971 3.971 Total 88.962 70 89.032 78.393 EXPENDITURE ON Charltablo actlvltlos General 95.555 95,555 63.187 NET INCOMEI{EXPENDITUREI Transfors botwoon fund8 16.593) 4. 127 70 14.127) 14 (6.523) 15206 Ngt movomgnl In funds {2.466) (4.057) (6.523) 15.206 RECONCIUATION OF FUNDS Tal funds broughl fop•Ard 197.482 232.536 217.330 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 195.016 30.997 226.013 232.536 The notes fomi part of Ihese financial slalemenls Page 4
Yorkshire Federation of Youn Clubs Farmers Balance Sheet 29 Februar 2024 29.2.24 Total funds 28.2.23 Total funds Unrestricted Restricted fund funds Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 10 4,372 4.372 2,093 CURRENT ASSETS Stocks Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 6,273 51,418 269,303 12 6,273 51,418 300,300 6,555 47,044 301,862 30,997 326,994 30,997 357,991 355,461 CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 13 (136,350) (136.350) (125,018) NET CURRENT ASSETS 190,644 30,997 221,641 230,443 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 195,016 30,997 226,013 232,536 NET ASSETS 195,016 30,997 226,013 232.536 FUNDS Unrestricted funds.- General fund Restricted funds". Money held for clubs Life award fund Development fund 14 195,016 197,482 11,933 822 22.299 892 30,105 30.997 35,054 TOTAL FUNDS 226,013 232,536 The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on and were signed on its behalf by.. Trustee The notes form part of these financial statements Page 5
Yorkshire Federation of Youn Clubs Famiers Noles lo the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Ba313 of proparlng tho Ilnanclal statomonts The financial slalernents of the charity. ivhich is a public benefit enlity under FRS 102. have been prepared in accordan %wlh the Charibes SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounling and ReFQrting by Charibes.. Sialement of Recommended Practice a}liCable to charitses preparing their accounts in accordance wilh Ihe Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) {effective 1 January 2019).. Financtal ReportirKJ Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. and the Charits'es Act 2011. The financial sialements have been prepared under the historical cost conventi. Incomo All incoming SOurCeS are included in the statemenl of financial activities Ivhen enlitlement has passed to Ihe charity: rt is PTobabSe that the etornI¢ benefits associated svith the transaction will now to the charity and the amount can be reliably measured. The following specific wlicies are aPpld to particular categories of income: income from donations or grants ts recognised when Ihere is evidence of entiilement to the gift. receipt is wobable and its amount can be measured reliably. legacy income is recognised when ceIpt is wobable and entillemenl is established. income from donated goods is measured at the fair value ol the goods unless this is impractical to measure reliably, in vthith case the value is (krived fr(Mn the cost to Ihe donor or Ihe estimated resale value. Donaled laciltlies and services are recognised in the acojunts when received if the value &2n be reliably measured. No amounts are induded for Ihe ¢tribUtiOn of general volunleers. income from contracls for the supply of services is recognised with Ihe delNery of the Ctracted service. This is classified as unrestricted funds unless there is a contractual requirement for it to be spent on a particular purpx)se and relurned if unspeni. in [ch case it may be regafded as iestricled. Expondlture Expendilure is fecognised on an accruals basis as a liabilty is incurred. Expendilure indudes any VAT lch canTh)I be fully recovered. and is dassified under headings of the staiemenl of financial aclivits'es to which il felales: expendilure on raising funds includes the costs of all fundraising acts"vitses. evenis. non<harrtable tradiTr3 aclivities. and the sale of donated gcods. expendilure on charitable activities includes all costs incurred by a tharity in undertaking aclivits'es that further its charilable aims fLY the benefit of its beneficiaries. induding those support costs and costs relats'ng to the govemance of the charity apportsoned to charitable acti1'es. other expenditure indudes all expenditure that is neither related to raising funds f(x the charity nor part of its expenditure chanlable activitses. Page 6 c(x)tinued...
Yorkshire Federation ol Youn Clubs Famiers Notes lo the Financial Slalemenls - continued f the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - contlnued Expondlturo I costs are allocated to expenditure categories reflecling the use of the resource. Direct costs attnbutable to a single activity are allocated directly lo Ihat activity. Shared costs are appcrftioned between the activities they contribute to on a reasonable. juslifiable and ¢(SiStenI basis. Tanglblo fixod assols Depreciats'on is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each assel over its estimated useful lrfe. Tangible assets are inits.ally recorded at cost. ar¥J subsequenuy stated at o)sl less any accumulaled depreciation and impaimient losses. Any tangible assels carTied at revalued amnts are recorded at ihe fair value al the date of revaluation less any subsequent accumulated depreciation and subsequent accumulated impairment losses. An inuease in the carryirKJ amount ol an asset as a result of a revaluation. is recognised in other recognised gains and Josses. unless it reverses a charge for impairment that has previously been recognised as expenditure wthin the stalemenl of financial activibes. decrease in the carrying amount of an asset as a resull of revalualion. is fecognised in other recognbsed gains and losses. except lo which il offsets any previous rewaluatK>n gain. in which case the loss is shown within other recognised gain5 and losses on the slatemffil of financial activities. Depreciats"on Depreciats'on is calculated so as to vffile off the cost or valuation ol an assel. less its residual value. ovef the uselul economic lrfe of thal asset as follows: Equipment - 20% straight line Impairment ol fExed assets A review for indicators of impaimient is carried out at each reporb.ng date. iwth the recoverable amount being estimated ere such indicators exist. Where the carrying value exceeds the cecA)verable amount. Ihe assel is impaired accordingly. Prior impairments are also cevithved for possible reversal al each reporting date. For the purposes of impairment lesling. %then it is nol possible to ests.mate Ihe recoverable amount ol an indivKlual asset. an esbmale is made of the recoverable amount of Ihe cash-generating unit to ivhich the asset bekjngs. The &Trgenerab.ng unit is Ihe smallest identifiable group of assets that includes ihe asset and generates cash inflows Ihal largety independent of the Cash infloivs from other assets or groups of assets. For impairmenl testing ol goodwill. the goodwill acquifed in a business combination is. frwtr the acquisitson date. allocated to each of the caShenerating units that are expected to benefit from the synergies of Ihe cc*nbinab'on. iirespects.ve of whether olher assets or liabilities of the charity are assigned lo those units Page 7 c(mlinued...
Yorkshire Federaln of Youn Clubs Farmers Notes to the Financial Statements - continued the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - eontlnuod Stocks Stocks are valued at the l<xver of cost and nei realisable value, after makinq due allowance for obsolete and slow movuMJ iiems. Taxallon The tharity is exempt ffom tax on its charitable activities. Fund accountlng Unreslricled funds can be used in acdance Y¢ith the charitable objectives at t1 discreiion of the Irustees. Reskncted funds can onty be used fof particular Stricted purposes vathin the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specif by the donor or when funds are iaised for particular reslricted wrposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the rinancial statements. Flnanclal Instruments A financial asset or a financial liability is recc¥Jnised only when the charity becomes a party to the ¢tractual provisions of the instrumenL Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at the amount receivable or payable indud4'ThJ any related IranSacb' costs. Currenl assets and Curr11 liabilibes are subsequenty measured at Ihe cash or Other consKleralion expected to be paid (K received and not discLwnted. t)ebt instruments are subsequentty measured at amcfftised cost. Where investments in shares are publicly traded or their fair value can otheThvise be measured reltsty. the investrnent is subsequentty measured al fair value ivith changes in fair value recogntsed in income and expenditure. All other such invesbnents are subsequenlty measwed at cost less impairment. Other financial instruments. including derivatives. are initially recognised at fair Wdlue. unless payment for an asset is defeed beyond nomial business tenns or financed at a rate of interest that is not a mathei rate. in lch case the asset is measured at the Pfesent value of the future payments dtscounted at a market rate of interest for a similar debt instrument. Other financial instruments are subsequently measured at fair value. with any chaThJes iecognised in the statement of financial activities. Wllh the exception ol hedgiThJ instruments in a designated hedgirmj relationship. Financial asseis that are measufed at cost or amortised cost are revIevd for objective evKfence of impairment al the end of eath reFQrting date. If there is obJ"eciive evidence of impairment. an impairment loss is iecognised under the approwiate heading in the statement of financial acb"vities in ththich the inits.al gain was recognised. Page 8 continued...
Yorkshire Federation of Youn Clubs Famiers Noles lo the Financial Slatements - continued f(x the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 ACCOUNTING POLICIES - contlnuod Flnanclal Instruments For all equity instruments regardless of sh3nificance. and other financial assels Ihat are individually significant. these are assessed individually for impaimient. Other financial assets are either assessed individualty 01 grouped on the basis of similar credit risk tharacleristics. Any reversals of impairment are recojnised immediately. lo Ihe extent that the feversal does Th)t result in a carrytng amounl of the financial asset that exceeds whal the Can9 amount would have been had Ihe impairment nol previcKJsty been ieccynised. INVESTMENT INCOME 29.2.24 28.2.23 Interest receivable 3.971 1.094 INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES 29.2.24 28.2.23 Activty General General Aifiliation fees EF&M committee Competilions & skills committe L)evelownent & maTkeb'ng commi 67.082 11.110 48.607 13.542 Genefal 3,414 9.631 General 2.705 3.016 84.311 74.796 CHARITABLE ACTMTIES COSTS Dired Costs General 95.555 TRUSTEES. REMUNERATION AND BENEFrrs There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefrts for the year ended 29 February 2024 fK)r for the year ended 28 February 2023. Trustoes. oxponses There were no trustees. expenses paid for the year ended 29 February 2024 nor for t year ended 28 February 2023. Page 9 continued...
Yorkshife Fe(leration of Youn Clubs Farmers Notes to the Financial Siatements - continued the Year Ended 29 Febfua 2024 STAFF COSTS 29.2.24 28.2.23 Wages and salaries 55,585 26,263 55.585 26,263 The average monthly number of employees during the year Wds as lollows: 29.2.24 28.2.23 No employees reiVed emL4uments in excess of £60.IX)O. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES Unresiricted Restricted fund fulS Total funds INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM Donations and legacies 2.413 2,503 Charflablo acllvluos General 74.796 74.796 Investrnenl income Total 78.303 78.393 EXPENDITURE ON Charitablo actlvltles General 63.187 63.187 NET INCOME Transfers botwoen funds 15.116 4.150 15.206 (4,150) Net movament In funds 19.266 (4.060) 15.206 RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds broughl forward 178.216 39.114 217.330 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 197.482 35.054 232.536 Page 10 c(Y>tinued...
Yorkshire Federation of Youn Clubs Famiers Notes to Ihe Financial Slatements - continued lor the Year Ended 29 Febfua 2024 INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION FEES 2024 2023 Fees payable to the independent examiner for: IdepeTrJent examinab'on of the financial statements 945 9(X) NET INCOME Nel income is slated after chargingl{crediting): 2024 2023 Depreciatson of lar%Jible red assets 1.281 793 10. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Comwter eqUinent COST At 1 March 2023 Addilions 9.910 3.560 Al 29 February 2024 13.470 DEPRECIATION At 1 Marth 2023 Charge for year 7.817 1.281 At 29 February 2024 9.098 NET BOOK VALUE At 29 February 2024 4.372 At 28 February 2023 2.093 Page 11 conts'nued...
Yorkshire Federaln of Youn Clubs Famiers Notes to the Financial Slalemenls - conlinued f( the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 11. STOCKS 29.2.24 28.2.23 Stocks Bar stock ftoat 1.273 S.iX)O 1.555 5.000 6.273 6.555 12. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 29.2.24 28.2.23 Trade debtors Other debtors Prepayments and accrued income 16.437 33.159 1.822 17.609 27.515 1.920 51.418 47.044 13. CREDITORS: AMouKfs FALLING DUEWITHIN ONE YEAR 29.2.24 28.2.ZJ Trade credttors Taxation and social security Other creditors 2.152 2.260 131.938 3.578 538 120.902 136.350 125,018 14. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS Net Transfers movemenl between in funds funds At 29.2.24 At 1.3.23 Unrostrfctod funds General fund 197.482 {6.593) 4.127 195,016 Ro8trlctod funds Money held lor clubs Life award (und Development fund 11.933 822 22.299 (11.933) 70 892 30.105 7.81 35.054 70 {4.127) 30.997 TOTAL FUNDS 232,536 {6.523) 226.013 Page 12 continued...
Yorkshire Federatlon of Youn Clubs Famiers Notes to the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 14. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - contlnuod Net movement in funds. included in Ihe above are as follows: Incoming Resources Movement resources expended in funds Unrostrlcted funds General fund 88.962 {95.555) (6,593) Rostrlcted funds Life award furKI 70 70 TOTAL FUNDS 89.032 (95.555) (6.523) Comparatlvos for movomont In funds Net Transfers movemenl between in funds funds At 28.2.23 At 1.3.22 Unrestrfctod funds Gera1 fund 178.216 15.116 4.150 197.482 Rèstricted funds )ney held for clubs Life award fund DeVel0KnI fund 11.933 732 26.449 11.933 822 22.299 (4.150) 39,114 (4,1S)) 35.054 TOTAL FUNDS 217.330 15.2 232.536 Comparative net movement in funds. irlUded in the aLv)ve are as fdlows: Incoming Resources Movement resources expended in funds Unrestrlctod funds General fund 78.303 (63.187) 15.116 Restrlctod funds Life award fund TOTAL FUNDS 78.393 (63.187) 15.206 Page 13 ctinUed...
Yorkshire Federalion of Youn Farmers Clubs Notes lo the Financial Statements - continued for the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 14. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - contlnuod A current year 12 monlhs and prior year 12 monlhs combined posiiion ts as follows.. Net Transfers mvement betPen in funds funds At 29.2.24 At 1.3.22 Unrostrlctod funds General fund 178.216 8.523 8.277 195.016 Rostrlcted funds Money held for clubs Life award fund Development fund 11.933 732 26.449 (11.933> 892 30.105 3,656 39.114 {8.277) 30.997 TOTAL FUNDS 217.330 8.683 226,013 A current year 12 months and Pfior year 12 months cixnbined nel movemenl in funds. induded in the above a as follchvs: Incoming ReSoUrS Movement resources expended in fur5 Unrostrlctod funds General fund 167.265 (158.742) 8.523 Restrlctod funds "le awaid fund TOTAL FUNDS 167.425 {158.742) 8.683 16. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES There were no related party Iransactions for the year ended 29 Febwary 2024. Page 14
Yorkshire Federation ol Youn Clubs Famiers Detailed Statement of Financial Acb'vib'es for the Year Ended 29 Februa 2024 29.2.24 28.2.23 INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS Oonatlons and logaclos Donations & legacies 750 2.503 Invostmont Incomo Interest receivable 3.971 Charltablo actlvltles Affiliats'on fees EF&M committee Competit50ns & skills wmmitte Development & maets"ng commi 67.082 11,110 3.414 2.705 48.607 13.$42 9.631 3.016 84,311 74.796 Total Incornlng rnsourcos 89.032 78.393 EXPENDITURE Charitablo actlvltlos Wages Rent Telephone Other Offi costs Sundries Repairs & maintenance Accountanvl fees competrt1S & skills committe Development & matketing commi Training fees Depfecialion of tangib red assets Finance cosls 55.585 7.340 31 873 1.617 2.466 5.631 8.777 8.717 2.882 1.282 354 26.263 7.187 67 735 2.648 1.414 4.762 15.319 3.837 793 162 95.555 63.187 Total resources expended 95.555 63.187 Not (oxpendlturo)nncome (6.523) 15.206 This page does not fomi part of the statutLYy financial statemenls Page 15
Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers, Clubs County OfFice Regional Agricultural Centre Great Yorkshire Showground Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 8NZ office@yfyfc.org.uk 01423 546170 Follow Yorkshire (YFYFC) on: www.yfyfc.org.uk Registered Charity: 504310