Gordon and Buchan MP Harriet Cross welcomed the news of local farmer Andrew Connon being elected as the new President of the National Farmers Union Scotland. Harriet said in a statement online:
'Andrew lives and farms in my constituency near Ellon and has always been extremely supportive and excellent to work with.
At a time like this when Scottish farmers and crofters are facing multiple challenges, it is fantastic to have someone with Andrew's experience and commitment as leader of NFU Scotland.
From continuing to fight against Labour’s family farm tax and rising fertiliser tax, to enhancing biosecurity, building resilience into farm profitability and much more, I look forward to continuing working with Andrew in the years to come'