McDonald's UK becomes first retailer to back Nuffield scholar
McDonald’s UK became the first major retailer to enter into a partnership with the Nuffield Farming Trust.
The McDonald’s Nuffield Farming Scholarship will mirror the traditional programme, with a ‘Global Focus Tour’ included. Under the programme, individuals considering a scholarship can see a study into their own choice in agriculture, land management, horticulture or the food chain.
Speaking at Oxford Farming Conference, Connor McVeigh McDonald’s UK Supply Chain Director said: “We make no secret of our reliance on a thriving farming sector which underpins our UK business, currently in its 38th consecutive quarter of growth. That success is down to an industry which involves brilliant people and minds and being the first UK retailer to sponsor a scholar is something we are infinitely proud of. This partnership further demonstrates our support of the sector and finding talent within it, critical in securing the future of farming within our UK shores.”
Helen Woolley, Director General, CLA and Nuffield Scholar Trustee said: “We were really impressed with the moves McDonald’s has made in demonstrating its commitment to the British farming sector. Becoming the first major retailer to support a scholar is testament to this even further and we are delighted to have them on board. Nuffield Farming Scholars are the most progressive and committed the industry has to offer and having a sponsor who is like minded, with such scale is really exciting. It is brilliant to see someone like McDonald’s supporting such a programme.”
Potential McDonald’s Nuffield Farming scholars are encouraged to find out how they can expand their knowledge and understanding by visiting www.nuffieldscholar.org
