Peter is a high profile, and well-regarded leader, who has been at the head of British agriculture in both the UK and Europe for over 15 years. A graduate (Agricultural Economics) and Honorary Doctorate of the University of Nottingham, Peter is an active partner in a family farm with practical experience of the farming community, the legislation, and the trialling of new technologies. As NFU President (2006-2014), Peter’s top priority was changing the image of agriculture through the use of all media channels. Leading a rejuvenated organisation following a relocation from central London saw the reversal of a 17-year decline in membership.  Peter’s other roles include Presidency of the World Farmers Organisation (2014), AHDB Chair (2014-2020), Trustee of the Lawes Agricultural Trust (2015-2023), Chair of Rothamsted Research (2024-) and Chair of Elveden Farms Ltd (2024-). He is noted as intelligent, forceful, articulate, and bursting with energy and ideas. Organised, determined and decisive, Peter has a firm leadership style and a high work ethic. He accepts responsibility, adapting to challenging and changing situations. Peter was Knighted in the 2015 New Year Honours for services to agriculture.

Sir Peter Kendall’s support for the Centre for Food Policy and Foresight includes developing industry and policy networks for the Centre, drawing on his extensive connections across the agri-food chain.