Annual Awards

We’ll soon be announcing the finalists of the Farm Retail Awards 2020. The Awards gala Dinner will be taking place on Tuesday 3rd March, as part of ‘Stronger Together 2020’. You can book your tickets here. https://farma.digitickets.co.uk/category/7974

In the meantime, why not check out the 2019 winners below…

Large Farm Shop of the Year

Small Farm Shop of the Year

Farmers’ Market of the Year

PYO of the Year

Farm Café/Restaurant of the Year

Trade Supplier of the Year

Lifetime Achievement Award– Nigel Chandler from Hilliard Brothers in Surrey was recognised for his contribution to the industry, and for his passion for knowledge transfer and continuous improvement of businesses he’s been involved with throughout his career.

If you have any queries about the awards or the entry process please contact Jenny Rose on 01423 546214 or e-mail jenny@farmretailassociation.co.uk

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Interesting piece on #PYO farms on this morning's @bbchw breakfast show feat @ClivesFruitFarm & FRA Chairman @farmercopley.

PYO's doing a brilliant job preparing for safe opening with #SocialDistancing.

Listen back from 1h 7mins into the programme
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19 May 1262678910988439552

Looking for protective screens at checkouts?

@CunninghamsEPoS have developed robust screens made of plexiglass, available as a tri-fold or single panel, allowing for the safe exchange of product or payment.

Find out more here: https://www.cunninghams.co.uk/epos-news/protective-screens-for-pos

#safety #CustomerService

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13 May 1260604264990347265

Calling all #farmretailers. Are you considering how to set up an #Online shop? Or looking for ways to improve what you do currently? On Thurs 14th May at 6pm we're hosting a session with @creativeinflu designed to help you find your way.
Details here: https://farmretail.co.uk/online-sessions/

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12 May 1260155379486527490

Shipbourne #farmersmarket have diversified during #coronavirus in order to keep their customers and stallholders safe with an #innovative Drive Thru. Check out this interesting info-graphic from #MP @TomTugendhat
#Retail #Local @KentFarmers

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8 May 1258676299738030084

Today, we thank & honour the #WW2 Generation to whom we owe so much. To those who sacrificed their lives so we could have a future, we salute you 🙏
#VEDay75

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7 May 1258365829382647818

On Monday 11th May at 10am we're hosting a FREE online session for #farmersmarket organisers led by #Retail guru @John_Stanley. He will explore the changing face of markets amid COVID-19, and what that means for the future. Find out more and register here: https://farmretail.co.uk/john-stanley-markets-session/

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4 May 1257277433415426049

A huge THANKS to the many customers respecting the measures #farmersmarkets have put in place to stay open safely 🥕🥔🇬🇧

All while helping you stay healthy with fresh air and even fresher food!

We ❤️ these pics from @growcomm & @Londonfarmers
#shoplocal #supportfarmers

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30 Apr 1255856312765865984

"What were once hidden gems are now enterprising businesses that have built online shops, launched delivery services and contactless collections, and started to offer easy-to-shop-for meat boxes, veg boxes and essentials"
Brilliant piece from @Telegraph
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/features/had-people-crying-relief-rediscovered-joys-farm-shops-lockdown/

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29 Apr 1255458943951831040

Last night's session with @SusanHallam of @HallamAgency gave some real #FoodForThought about how farm retailers can use #socialmedia to effectively communicate with existing & new customers during this time. If you missed it, you can watch back here... https://farmretail.co.uk/social-media-messaging-during-covid-19/

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24 Apr 1253656883413614592

We're hosting online support sessions for #farm #retailers next week covering how to use social media to keep your new customers with @SusanHallam and how to make sure your staff feel safe and valued with @IanKelsallCXD. Register for a FREE place here https://farmretail.co.uk/online-sessions/

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24 Apr 1253603846766637057

#FarmersMarkets across the UK are keeping their customers well stocked with fabulous fresh food.
Safe #SocialDistancing, click & collect and even drive through's are keeping markets in operation. Why not visit your local market this week to pick up some essentials? #FarmtoFork

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23 Apr 1253237441986772994

Calling all livestock farmers. If you're concerned about abattoirs, their falling number, regionalisation & specialisation, or the reduction in services available to your farm, please complete the survey by @UniofNewcastle #redmeat #SupplyChain @YorksAgSoc

Abattoirs and the red meat supply chain

Online survey BOS

newcastle.onlinesurveys.ac.uk

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22 Apr 1252980427318591488

Farm Shop @thelocalpantry have partnered with @Sunspel who are creating fabric re-usable #Masks for their team & other local key retail workers. We ❤️ this collaboration which doesn't take resources away from the #NHS who use a very different type of mask #FarmtoFork #SaveTheNHS

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21 Apr 1252622703309328384

The FRA is proud to champion Farmers Markets across the UK. We’re supporting the call by @UKSustain to #KeepMarketsOpen with safe social distancing and signage. Find out how you can support your local food businesses https://bit.ly/2Vs7G21

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20 Apr 1252149131864408066

Farm Shops have been getting creative to keep their customers safe. @DenstoneHall in Uttoxeter added these protective screens to their tills a few week ago, and acted quickly (and craftily) by making them out of old shower screens! #FarmtoFork #getcrafty #safetyfirst

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15 Apr 1250410006580727808

The Easter Special @BBCFarmingToday piece by @Jonesthejourno is a must listen for #farm #retailers.
Hear from @DenstoneHall & @ErringtonCheese as they discuss how they are coping, and the changes they're making to survive the pandemic.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000h7n0

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15 Apr 1250329052151332864

We love this shot of the team at @crootsfarm_shop not letting a bit of #SocialDistancing get in the way of team work!
They've adapted their offering to get produce from #FarmtoFork via the shop, an order & collect service and through home deliveries for the elderly & vulnerable.

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