A new opportunity
The South West Food Hub is working with the government’s Crown Commercial Service to prepare the region to pilot a new online system that will open up the public sector food marketplace to local producers and suppliers, whilst giving public sector organisations improved access to a wider range of fantastic local produce.
Shortening supply chains
The South West Food Hub is supporting the region’s food network to buy local and establish shorter and more sustainable supply chains. We work across the South West’s food sector, focusing primarily on public procurement.
Building Back Better
Covid-19 has highlighted the fragility of food supply chains in the region. The South West Food Hub is committed to supporting the region’s food community during the difficult times arising from the Covid-19 pandemic and helping businesses to build back better. We connect suppliers, producers and buyers, whilst supporting businesses through research, knowledge sharing and peer support and providing information, resources and signposting services.
Alex Stevens
Regional Policy Manager, NFU
“We are a region united by food and a strong food and drink sector will be crucial to getting the economy back on track when life returns to normality. This initiative seeks to link the region’s food producers and farmers with outlets for their fantastic produce. NFU South West is excited to work alongside these fantastic local companies and support the South West Food Hub.”
