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PART TIME POSITION AVAILABLE WITH THE NORTHERN IRELAND GRAIN TRADE ASSOCIATION The Northern Ireland Grain Trade Association which represents the agri supply industry in Northern Ireland wishes to appoint a part-time Technical and Policy Co-ordinator. Closing Date Friday 25th May 2012. |
Contingency Plans In the event of a feed related incident or scare, NIGTA has a contingency team in place. Incidents should he notified to the contact on this site who will ensure that the appropriate action is taken. |
Welcome to the hub of Northern Ireland's agricultural supply trade industry, the Northern Ireland Grain Trade Association - the first link in the food chain.
The Northern Ireland Grain Trade Association was founded in 1966 and represents traders, manufacturers, processors, distributors, brokers and service providers who are involved in the Northern Ireland agricultural supply trade.
NIGTA, as the leading voice for the agricultural supply industry, works to provide support and advice for member companies by effective lobbying, supplying information, encouraging and facilitating quality assurance schemes, liasing with other related organisations for the benefit of the food industry and the environment.
The role of NIGTA in the local agricultural scene has developed considerably in recent years and we are increasingly consulted on a wide range of issues. In addition to responding to consultations and actively participating in industry discussions and decision making the Association also provides expertise and support to the farming and food chain to assist Northern Ireland food production remain profitable, sustainable and environmentally friendly.
The Northern Ireland Grain Trade Association is affiliated to, and is the regional arm of Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) in Northern Ireland. This provides additional lobbying, negotiating and information resources to NIGTA, including direct access to relevant government departments, trade associations and major retailers throughout Europe. AIC also provides two free help lines to members on legal matters and quality assurance schemes.
Full members of NIGTA all belong to their parent trade Association. eg. Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC); Grain and Feed Trade Association (GAFTA); Federation of Oils, Seeds and Fats Associations (FOSFA); National Association of British and Irish Millers (NABIM). This provides further expertise and a wide range of contacts for our members.