The Agricultural Wages (Wales) Order 2025

The Agricultural Wages (Wales) Order 2025 came into force on 1 April 2025. It details the minimum rates of pay and allowances, and other terms and conditions, to which agricultural, horticulture and forestry sector workers are entitled by law.

The Agricultural Advisory Panel for Wales advises Welsh Ministers on the Agricultural Minimum Wage arrangements and other terms and conditions of employment for agricultural, horticultural and forestry workers in Wales. It also promotes careers in the sector and the development of an appropriately skilled workforce.

The Panel is made up of the following members:

Chair
independent (agriculture specialist) member
independent (education specialist) member
2 representatives from UNITE the Union
1 representative from National Farming Union (NFU Cymru)
1 representative from Farmers Union of Wales (FUW)

The Panel is responsible for drafting the Agricultural Wages (Wales) Order (the Order), which stipulates fair minimum rates of pay, allowances and employment terms for agricultural workers. Annually, the Panel uses its industry knowledge and expertise to review the Order, taking into account current economic conditions and legal requirements. They then consult on any recommended changes before submitting to Welsh Ministers for approval.

Once passed by the Senedd, the Order has legal authority in Wales.

The Agricultural Wages (Wales) Order 2025, which replaces the 2024 Order, includes several updates. This summary highlights the key changes and their implications for agricultural workers and employers in Wales.

Webpage: Agricultural wages: guidance

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