Through Fresh AF and outreach to agricultural students, AF inspires the next generation by showcasing how collaboration and cost-effective procurement drive business success.
Through Fresh AF, you will:
Develop in-demand skills
Learn more about supply chain and industry practices
Expand your professional network
Get inspired with exclusive visits
Receive a distinctive career boost, with certification upon completion.
“Brilliant way to meet others within the industry, bounce ideas, as well as chat about how people deal with challenges within agriculture.
“Such a brilliant experience. I would encourage everyone to take part and open their minds to the innovation and new technologies developing around us. It was an honour to be a part of Fresh AF.”
“I’ve enjoyed meeting positive and ambitious members the wider ag sector and taking part in some topical and challenging conversations.”
“The reason I joined Fresh AF is to broaden by agricultural knowledge and to meet other rural professionals, as well as having the opportunity to visit inspirational businesses."
“If I could be on Fresh AF next year and the year after and do all of this over again, I would.”
Fresh AF would not be possible without the support of our sponsors that fully fund the programme. AF provides the resource to plan and manage Fresh AF.
Our Fresh AF 2025 programme wrapped up at the Farmers Club - and what a year it was!
From visiting inspiring businesses across the country to being encouraged to think bigger, our Freshers grew in ways they never expected.
Episode 1 - launch & skill testing at AF HQ!
Episode 2 - FAFTA online awards ceremony
Episode 3 - Fresh AF visits Dyson Farming
Episode 4 – Fresh AF does dairy with fellow co-op, Arla Foods
Episode 5 – Global insights from coffee traders, Borough Market food tour & Farmers Club Finale!
