Developing future leaders for the food and fresh produce industry. #MDSFutures
Joined July 2015
- Tweets 3,541
- Following 669
- Followers 795
- Likes 2,807
1,408 Photos and videos
Pinned Tweet
1 Aug 2025
🎬 Ever wondered what it’s like to be an MDS Trainee?
Ed Kendall documented his full two-year journey on the scheme - from first secondment to final placement.
Watch the full video now:
youtube.com/watch?v=wX3JuuXx…
#MDStrainee #GradScheme #AgCareers #LeadershipDevelopment
1
258
Jun 11
🎤 Meet the speakers for the #AnnualConference2026!
• Lori Edwards - Head of IT & Digital - Europe, @SyngentaUK
• Justin Creasy - Director of Technical Services, @itsfreshlimited
• David Buxcey - Sales Director, @AngusSoftFruits
We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday!
25
Jun 8
We're excited to be exhibiting at the Lincolnshire Show, particularly as Lincolnshire is one of the key hubs for our new Fresh Futures programme, helping young people explore careers in food, fresh produce and agriculture.
Learn more: mds-ltd.co.uk/news/40-years-…
15
Jun 3
We're heading to @CerealsEvent next week!
Whether you're a current Trainee, MDS alumni, Member, future applicant, or a business interested in becoming an MDS Member, we'd love to see you at Stand 160.
đź“Ť Stand 160
đź“… 10-11 June 2026
🌾 Diddly Squat Farm
#Cereals2026
27
Really proud to have worked with so many talented MDS trainees at @CortevaUK – it’s been a privilege to be part of their journey 🌱
I’ll be at the MDS Conference on 15 June, so do come and say hello and chat about opportunities with #TeamCorteva
May 12
MDS Members - our Annual Conference is coming up fast đź“…
We’re looking forward to bringing everyone together once again for what promises to be a fantastic event.
Sign up now to avoid missing out! eventbrite.co.uk/e/mds-annua…
#MDSConference #40YearsOfMDS #FutureOfFoodAndFarming
1
1
79
Jun 1
We're delighted that Max MacGillivray will be hosting this year's MDS Annual Conference!
As part of our #40YearsOfMDS celebrations, Max is collecting stories from across the MDS community.
Take a look at Max's post below and get involved. We'd love to hear your story!
MDS PEOPLE – WE NEED YOUR STORIES! We want:
🎙️ Your funniest MDS memory
🏆 Your proudest achievement
👤 The person or moment that shaped your career
Send a 30–60 sec WhatsApp voice note to 07900 888377.
#MDS #Agriculture #FreshProduce #FoodIndustry #Careers @MDS_Updates
1
60
MDS Ltd retweeted
May 27
As long-standing supporters of the MDS programme, we’re proud to have welcomed many talented trainees to Corteva Agriscience UK & Ireland for their secondments.
We’re looking forward to the MDS Annual Conference on 15 June – come and chat to us about what it’s like to work with us, the opportunities available and how you could build your career with a business helping agriculture to #KeepGrowing 🌱
#Internship
#FutureLeaders
@MDS_Updates
May 12
MDS Members - our Annual Conference is coming up fast đź“…
We’re looking forward to bringing everyone together once again for what promises to be a fantastic event.
Sign up now to avoid missing out! eventbrite.co.uk/e/mds-annua…
#MDSConference #40YearsOfMDS #FutureOfFoodAndFarming
2
2
202
May 20
"I joined MDS as a trainee, and now I manage the relationship between MDS & @Syngenta - those two things are more connected than you might expect." - Jen Chatwin.
To everyone who has supported an MDS trainee: you're part of their story too. More than you probably realise!
2
95
May 18
Some things run in the family. A love of agriculture is one of them. MDS is another.
Phil Kingsmill was MDS trainee number 5. Decades later, his daughter joined the programme.
Here's to 40 more years of opening doors for the next generation. 🌱
#40YearsofMDS @syngenta
3
33
May 12
MDS Members - our Annual Conference is coming up fast đź“…
We’re looking forward to bringing everyone together once again for what promises to be a fantastic event.
Sign up now to avoid missing out! eventbrite.co.uk/e/mds-annua…
#MDSConference #40YearsOfMDS #FutureOfFoodAndFarming
1
297
May 11
From helping organise MDS’ 10 year anniversary to championing apprenticeships, Sharon played an important role in shaping the culture and values that still exist at MDS today.
Thank you, Sharon, for being an important part of the MDS story️!
#40StoriesFor40Years
78
May 7
While on secondment, #MDSTrainee Huw Tong travelled to the States with his Member company, @ProtolanTeam, where he gained first-hand experience of a very different market and saw the industry through a global lens.
mds-ltd.co.uk/mds-experience…
14
May 5
We’re still celebrating after an amazing night at @theapp_guide #AGAwards ✨
🏆 Best Apprenticeship in Agriculture and Animal Care - WINNER (second year in a row!)
đź‘Ź Best Employer (Small) - Highly Commended
A huge thank you to everyone who plays a part in making this happen 🙌
1
1
87
May 4
As MDS marks 40 years of developing future leaders in agriculture, stories like Ariana’s reflect how the industry continues to evolve - becoming more diverse, more inclusive, and full of opportunity for the next generation. 🌱
mds-ltd.co.uk/mds-experience…
#MDStrainee #40YearsOfMDS
28
May 1
Great news for us this week - our Recruitment team has been shortlisted for Small Recruitment Team of the Year at the Talent Lab Awards! đź‘Ź
Fingers crossed for the final 🤞
13
Apr 30
Aaron has gained hands-on experience across @TANpeppers, @Berry Farming Ltd, @Barfoots & Tristram Plants.
This is what Fresh Futures is designed to do - open up practical pathways help young people discover where their strengths lie.
@ACTHortNews: hortnews.com/mds-ltd-launche…
1
28
Apr 29
We recently had the honour of attending the targetjobs Awards, where our CEO Saffy Waterson was named a finalist for Early Careers Professional of the Year!
It was a brilliant evening all round - a chance to celebrate the people, programmes and ideas shaping early careers.
14
Apr 29
We’ve officially launched our Fresh Futures Programme 🌱
Following yesterday’s announcement, our press release is now live.
Read more: mds-ltd.co.uk/news/40-years-…
11
Apr 25
Last week at our Induction, our new Trainees took on a treasure hunt to build their team skills. Check out these pics from their adventure around Milton Keynes!
Big well done to Charley’s Angels, who took the top spot in the hunt!
1
63
Apr 28
A big thank you to @ggtreasurehunts for delivering such a brilliant experience - a fantastic way to kick things off, and our Trainees had a great time!
4
Apr 28
MDS is excited to launch the Fresh Futures Programme - a new route into the food and agriculture industry for the next generation of talent 🌱
Find out more via our website: mds-ltd.co.uk/careers/fresh-…
#MDStrainee #agcareers #FreshFutures #EarlyCareers
12
MDS Ltd retweeted
Apr 22
Developing industry talent with new school leavers’ programme
Read more via #HortNews >> hortnews.com/articles/hortic…
@MDS_Updates #apprenticeships
1
1
52