CO-OP FARMING AND SUPPLY CHAIN AWARDS 2018

Taking place at the 160th Great Yorkshire Show, the annual Co-op Farming and Supply Chain awards is a highlight in the calendar for many.  Showcasing the Agri-Food industry, the awards celebrate the very best of British farming.

This year, Dunbia were delighted to have two of our suppliers praised for their ongoing hard work and determination to improve not only their farming enterprises but also the wider Agri-Food industry.

Sheep Farmer of the Year & Outstanding Farmer of the Year- Rodger & Hillary Bell

Running a strong flock of 550 ewes, consisting of Texel, Suffolk and Charollais breeds, Roger and Hilary Bell are an efficiency driven couple, who thrive on performance based data to maximise farm profitability. Using their EID software, they are able to record and monitor both their ewe and lamb performance. This allows for the business to benchmark their performance year on year, aiding their drive towards continuous improvement.

Through their countless contributions to the industry and by working closely with the Co-op and Dunbia, Roger and Hilary have demonstrated time and again their commitment to building strong, long-lasting relationships across the supply chain.  They strive for innovation and are widely involved with industry research to pursue efficiency on their farm to produce quality, British lamb.

Farming Ambassador of the Year- Caroline Morris

Producing prime Hereford cattle, running both a pedigree and commercial flock, as well as Gloucester Old Spot pigs, Caroline has been applying her knowledge, which she continuously grows, to the family farm business, in which she is now taking increasingly more management responsibilities.

Caroline strives for a farming system which is sustainable, both environmentally and economically, and interactive with the wider community. Her family farm hosted Open Farm Sunday for the first time this year, where they were able to showcase their high levels of animal welfare and health alongside the opportunity to promote their enterprising Farm House Shop.

Standing as the Chairman for Leighton Buzzard YFC, a member of the Three Counties Beef and Sheep Group as well as the Midland and East Anglia Hereford Breeders Association, Caroline has established a fantastic opportunity through her expanding platform to both endorse the benefits of the Co-op Pioneer Programme and Hereford Foundation Farming Group and promote Co-op Values. Caroline is a truly fantastic ambassador for the UK Agri Food Industry.

Speaking about the two very deserving champions, George Williamson, Head of Agriculture, commented;

“The Agri Food industry is an incredibly dynamic sector to work in, with an ever increasing list of challenges, farming needs to be more adaptable and forward thinking than ever before.  Our champions work tirelessly to ensure that the livestock they produce is of the best quality to provide the best quality food for the consumer.  Rodger, Hillary and Caroline completely epitomise this through their innovative farming practices and we are very proud that they choose to supply Dunbia.”

CO-OP FARMING AND SUPPLY CHAIN AWARDS 2018 1

Agriculture

Working across key areas such as supply chain, animal welfare, and sustainable agriculture, you will get involved in all aspects of the agriculture and research and development areas within the business.

Environmental

This varied role will provide you with an opportunity to get involved in all aspects of the Environmental department and participate in continuous improvement projects within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Human Resources

As your skills and knowledge develop over time, you will get involved in all aspects of HR within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and your responsibility will increase.

Retail National Account Management

This exciting role will see you gain a wide range of business experience skills, providing support to major UK retail supermarket customer accounts. 

Operations & Commercial

Work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment gaining a hands-on experience across all aspects of operations, production and commercial with a focus on continuous improvement. 

New Product Development

You will be involved in supporting and managing the NPD process to ensure new and re-developed products are launched successfully. 

Livestock procurement

An exciting opportunity to learn about all areas of livestock procurement within the business, gaining a full understanding of production and operations.

Food Safety & Quality

A hands-on opportunity to understand and impact on food safety, quality and animal welfare across a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Ensuring legislative compliance, customer excellence and continuous improvement.

Mechanical Engineering

As an engineering graduate you will be hands on and, on the go, working in a fast paced, busy environment overseeing electrical, mechanical and automation projects in a food manufacturing business.

Accounting & Finance

Gain a robust understanding in all aspects of the Finance Function with support at every step of the way to attain the professional qualifications needed to become a finance leader of the future.