Anyone under a contract of employment with one of the National Farmers‘ Unions and/or appointed agents on a commissioned basis with the NFU Mutual. Commissioned members are eligible to be elected to any office at Regional or National level.

Open to those regarded by the Region concerned and National Council to be suitable for membership. Associate membership permits participation in educational and social matters and attendance at business meetings without the right to vote. 

Members of NAGS who are retiring may be nominated by their region for retired membership on payment of the appropriate subscription (currently £50 for a five year period) and will be eligible to the benefits described in associate membership. 

Commissioned and Salaried members may elect National Officeholders. Voting on other issues will be open only to those categories of members to whom the issue is pertinent to their membership status. Application for any grades of membership shall be addressed by his/her respective Region at the next Regional Meeting of the area in which the applicant holds his position immediately following his appointment or prior to his/her retirement. The Regional Secretary will advise the Administration Manager of any new members, resignations and retirements as soon as practicable following the Regional Meeting.