Vale of Clwyd MP Dr James Davies enjoyed a hearty breakfast of local produce last Friday when he attended the Farmers' Union of Wales (FUW) Farmhouse Breakfast Week event in Cefn Meiriadog.
The FUW's Farmhouse Breakfast Week has been running for almost two decades and usually takes place in the third week of January.
It was established by the FUW all those years ago with the aim of promoting the wonderful, nutritious and sustainable food our farmers produce.
It also provides an opportunity to get people round the table to share their thoughts and concerns, with the hope of fostering good mental health, and to engage with local politicians and other stakeholders to highlight why farming matters in ways that are seldom realised, such as the way the industry supports second and third sector businesses and keeps the wheels of our rural economy turning.
James said:
"Nothing beats a Welsh breakfast, so I was pleased to be invited to this Farmers' Union of Wales breakfast event in Cefn Meiriadog where I got to sample some of the wonderful produce from our farms here in the Vale of Clwyd.
"I also welcomed the opportunity to meet with local farmers and to hear their views and concerns.
"Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day and it is a great opportunity to talk and share thoughts before starting the day, helping also to improve mental health.
"These annual breakfasts are an excellent way to promote the health benefits and have a good catch up before the day starts,
"Farmers’ Union of Wales (FUW) teams across the country hosted a variety of farmhouse breakfasts during the week and it was a real pleasure to attend the one in Cefn."
FUW President Glyn Roberts said
“We all get really excited about our farmhouse breakfasts every year. We can start the day together with family, friends and neighbours, in a positive and healthy way and at the same time raise money for our charitable cause, the DPJ Foundation. It’s fair to say that a healthy start is not just good for a healthy heart but also for a healthy mind.”
