Following the repel of the Corn Laws in 1845 and owing to the great advantage of its situation on the River Humber, the Port of Hull gradually assumed a major importance in the distribution of grain to serve the large industrial areas which had sprung up in the course of the industrial revolution.

The introduction of roller mills towards the end of the Century saw the setting up of port flour mills and this accelerated the development of the grain trade.  At the same time Hull had become the largest centre in the county for the oil seed milling industry with mills along the banks of the River Hull. Consequently, the High Street became the home of numerous merchant firms involved in the grain and seed trades.

Initially members of the Association would meet at the Coffee House in The Avenues, High Street, Hull and in 1901 they arranged for larger premises to be built and The Pacific Ltd was formed where members of the corn trade were able to gather and use the facilities as an Exchange.

The Association moved to offices in Jameson Street in 1980 after the closure of The Pacific and is now based in Market Weighton after spending several years within the offices of Thomas Mawer Ltd, Hull. The old Pacific building still remains on the High Street today having survived air raid damage during the Second World War and then many years later it was badly damaged by fire.

• To promote the trade in grain, feeding stuffs and pulses and to support and protect the interests of all members engaged therein.

• To encourage the settlement of disputes.

• To disseminate useful information relating to the corn trade.

• To organise meetings to discuss any matters connected with the trade; to express the views of the members to the legislature, public bodies, Chambers of Commerce and others and to hold a watching brief on behalf of the trade on all matters affecting its well-being.

• To encourage understanding of the problems of agriculture and to increase and improve the service which the trade can give to that industry.

Interested in joining?

Any business associated with the Corn and Feed industry can apply to become members, so if you would like some information about joining the Association, please do not hesitate to contact us.