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The Northamptonshire Food Group (NFG) was set up in 2003 to support the county’s food economy and to promote the county’s produce, with the aim of raising awareness of the quality & variety of Northants food across the local supply chain. It encouraged & facilitated local sourcing and highlighted the benefits of consuming locally produced food.
Operating across the supply chain in the county and involving businesses of all sizes and from all parts of the industry as well as local & regional partners, the NFG provided excellent opportunities for networking and promotion through activities including information workshops, networking events, meet the buyer/supplier opportunities, media liaison & PR, a quarterly newsletter, a website and support from a Business Development Manager based in the county. Funding for the project ceased in June 2007.
A legacy of the project is that on this site you will find an extensive directory of local producers, retailers, processors, manufacturers, caterers, distributors and support services, where those seeking suppliers can search for the company or individual products they require. (However, please note that as entries are no longer being updated the accuracy of any information cannot be guaranteed.)
In addition a hard copy guide – Choosing & Using Northamptonshire Food & Drink 2007 – especially designed for those in the hospitality, foodservice & specialist retail trades listing specific local producers keen to supply to these markets can be obtained along with back copies of the NFG newsletter (while stocks last) from the Food & Drink Forum on 0115 875 8884 or via e mail enquiries@foodanddrinkforum.co.uk
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NFG activities were made possible by funding from the East Midlands Development Agency and Northamptonshire Enterprise Limited (formerly Northamptonshire Partnership), plus in kind support from a variety of local partners. Special thanks go to all the individuals, businesses, partner organisations and funders that gave their time and support to the NFG project and its activities over its lifetime, helping to build an effective supply chain network in the county and raising the profile of Northamptonshire Food & Drink.
The NFG project was managed by The Food & Drink Forum, a not for profit organisation geared to support firms that work in the industry across the East Midlands. The Food & Drink Forum acts as a hub for a number of publicly funded projects aimed at the sector in the region as well as offering a range of tailored commercial & membership services. To find out more about the Forum, see www.foodanddrinkforum.co.uk or contact the Forum on 0115 875 8884 or via e mail: enquiries@foodanddrinkforum.co.uk |
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Choosing & Using Northamptonshire Food 2007 |
| The NFG has launched a new trade guide for those in the pub, restaurant, cafe, tea shop, specialist retail, deli, farm shop, tourism & hospitality business keen to find suppliers of local produce to enhance their customer offer. Complementing the online NFG directory, the guide was designed to help buyers take advantage of the growing trend for consumers to want to know more about their food and to buy local. It was put together after feedback from trade buyers about the kind of info they need to know to make informed choices. Featuring 70 local suppliers of Northamptonshire products, the guide is being distributed to hundreds of trade buyers in the county and beyond. For your free copy please contact Susan Tate on 07958 179310 or e mail to susan.tate@foodanddrinkforum.co.uk. |
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A Taste of Northamptonshire 20th June '07 |
| On the evening of June 20th, the NFG will be hosting a joint event with the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) to bring you "A Taste of Northamptonshire"at the Hunsbury Hill Centre, Northampton. Two local producers will share their experiences of competing in niche markets and there will be the opportunity for local firms to showcase their products and display literature. The evening will be rounded off with a delicious BBQ featuring local produce. The event carries small cover charge of 7 per head (or 5 for CIM members). To book your place contact the CIM on 01628 427120 or by e mail at cimevents@cim.co.uk |
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Marketing & PR tips for local firms - 8th June '07 |
| Local food & drink firms keen to get themselves noticed by more customers can take advantage of this exciting event on June 8th 2006. Why not spend a day with us "Making the most of your marketing & PR"?Whether you are new to marketing, or maybe looking for a refresher, this workshop could be of benefit, and will help you avoid common mistakes. This event is free to all Northants based food & drink companies, includes lunch & will be held at Sunley Management Centre, University of Northampton on Friday 8th June 2007from 9.30am ? 4.00pm.To book please contact Cheryl Jordan on 0115 875 8884 |
| 07-Mar-2007 |
Rotary County Fair 2007 at Kelmarsh Hall |
The 2007 Rotary County Fair will be held on Sunday September 9th at Kelmarsh Hall. This family fun day and major charity fund-raiser is arranged every two years by the Rotary Club of Kettering Huxloe with the aim of raising thousands of pounds for local good causes. A programme of spectacular arena events, a wide variety of attractions and stalls and all the fun of the fair will combine to attract crowds from all over Northamptonshire and beyond.
If you?d like to find out more about the potential sales opportunities for local food & drink producers & suppliers, please contact the organisers on 01536 760744, or at countyfair@tiscali.co.uk.
Kelmarsh Hall is a graceful 18th century historic house, set in beautiful romantic gardens and surrounded by its own working estate in the rolling Northamptonshire and Leicestershire countryside. For details of the venue, and other events running at Kelmarsh through the year please see http://www.kelmarsh.com/index.asp
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