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Your guide to our 2026 election campaign in Cymru

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As Cymru heads towards the parliamentary elections on 7 May 2026, this blog will be the home of all our campaign updates. We’ll be tracking key political developments and sharing how we’re working to put nature-friendly farming at the heart of election debates and future policy decisions and what you can do to make a difference.

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Wales votes for change
11 May 2026

The 2026 Senedd election marks a defining moment in Welsh political history, with the end of Welsh Labour’s long-standing dominance ushering in a new era for Cardiff Bay and rural Wales alike. In this briefing, we reflect on the election results, the emerging priorities of the new Senedd, and what they could mean for nature-friendly farming, the Sustainable Farming Scheme, and the future of food and land management in Wales.

Reflections on the 2026 Senedd election results

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Manifesto report card: Who’s promising what?
23 April 2026

Election season is here, and with it comes a flood of promises, pledges, and bold visions for the future. But what do the party manifestos really say—and how do they stack up against each other? We’ve dug into the details so you don’t have to, breaking down the key policies, standout ideas, and hidden surprises to help you make sense of it all. Let’s take a closer look.

Comparing party priorities for the 2026 Senedd election

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Talking to parliamentary candidates: A guide for NFFN members
24 March 2026

Over 90% of land in Wales is farmed, and new political decision-makers will play a central role in shaping how Welsh farming is supported in the coming years.

It is essential that Senedd candidates understand how vital nature-friendly farming is for Wales’ future. By speaking with candidates, we can encourage them to commit to investing what’s needed to make it the new normal - and to do so quickly.

This guide offers useful tips and example questions to help you have effective and impactful conversations with your parliamentary candidates. You might meet them on your doorstep, contact them directly or see them at a local hustings.

Tips for talking to candidates

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You can also read the guide in Welsh here.

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Our manifesto for nature-friendly farming in Cymru
14 January 2026

Food from living fields sets out our vision for nature-friendly farming in Cymru ahead of the 2026 Senedd election. It is a practical roadmap for policymakers, outlining the actions needed to support farmers, restore nature and build a resilient, secure food system for the future.

NFFN Cymru manifesto

We invite you to read our manifesto and discover how Wales can lead the way in farming that works for nature, communities and the climate.

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You can download the NFFN Cymru manifesto in Welsh here.

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