The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF) is seeking nominations for up to 3 new Trustees to be elected to its Council.
RABDF is the only charitable organisation dedicated to progressing the business of dairy farming and to have the honour of a Royal Patronage.
As a Trustee and Council member, you will help guide RABDF’s strategic direction and governance.
What to Expect
The contribution made by Trustees can transform charities. This role offers the opportunity to help shape the future of RABDF at a crucial time in its 150-year history.
Successful candidates are appointed for an initial three-year term and will be expected to attend up to four Council meetings a year, which will be held in different locations around the UK and online.
Attendance at other RABDF events will be required from time to time.
Trustees are voluntary, non-remunerated positions. A full induction will be provided, along with training and reimbursement of expenses.
Who can apply?
In order to complement the existing range of skills and expertise on the council, RABDF is ideally seeking nominations from those who are active dairy farmers, active in the dairy supply industry, or from those who work in fields that are relevant to the association, including events management and charities.
Previous Trustee or board-level experience, especially in the charity sector, is welcomed but not essential.
RABDF invites nominations from a broad range of candidates both geographically and practically in order to reflect the diversity of the British dairy industry.
Trustees must be members of RABDF at the time of their election.
All nominations must be supported by two RABDF members.
What is the election process?
RABDF members will be asked to vote for and duly elect the names of those to fill the proposed vacancies. Successful trustees will be notified and invited to join RABDF Council from April 2026.
Next steps
Please contact office@rabdf.co.uk or visit our website www.rabdf.co.uk for a nomination form and further information.
Closing date for completed nomination forms is Monday 23rd February 2026.