Farm retailers are more than food
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When you buy from a farm shop, you’re supporting a way of life, not just filling your fridge.
75p out of every £1 you spend at a farm retailer stays in the local economy
Welcome
Welcome to the More Than Food page, a place where you can learn more about the benefits of shopping at farm shops and farmers markets, discover your local rural retailer and have an amazing day out!
Explore the page to learn about your local food culture and come and visit us soon.
“When you buy from a farm shop, you’re supporting a way of life, not just filling your fridge.”
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Our ambassador.
Watch this video with our patron Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall to hear about how shopping at farm shops and farmers markets is so beneficial…
PRUE
LEITH.
Hear from Prue Leith and why she loves farmers markets in the UK.
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Your Local Food Adventure Starts Here
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Are you a farm shop or farmers market in the UK who wants to be featured on our map?
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Fresh.
Nothing tastes quite like food that’s just been picked. Local farm shops offer seasonal produce at its peak — bursting with flavour and packed with nutrients
LOCAL.
75p out of every £1 you spend at a farm retailer stays in the local economy. Every product has a story — and every story starts with a local farmer, grower, or maker. Discover the passionate people behind the produce and learn how they bring flavour and tradition to your table
SUSTAINABLE.
Choosing local food reduces food miles, supports biodiversity, and helps rural economies thrive. It’s one of the simplest ways to eat more sustainably and protect the planet
an experience.
Farm shops and farmers markets are more than shopping destinations — they’re places to slow down, connect with your community, and savour the moment. Enjoy tasting days, friendly conversations, and the joy of food rooted in place
Food adventure.
Finding and supporting local food has never been more exciting — or more accessible
Darts Farm.
Farm shops are often multigenerational family businesses, that offer fresher, better quality fresh food grown or made on site. Hear from the experts at Darts Farm about how they connect farm to fork and farm in a better way.
Guy Singh Watson.
Hear from the founder of Riverford Organic about why buying direct from the farmer is better for the planet, local economy and offers an alternative to larger retailers.
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food experience.
A Local Story in Every delicious Bite
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"This collective network is a national treasure we must champion.
“Individually, farm retail outlets offer something wonderful. But as a national network, they play a monumental role – empowering farmers, strengthening regional economies, providing fresh food, and cutting food miles. This collective network is a national treasure we must champion.”
Meet the makers.
Fuel the Farm, Join the Cause
Newton Farm Shop & Cafe
Honey Thief
Brocksbushes
Cridling
Rumwell
Flourish
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featured.
Are you a great producer in the UK who wants to be featured here?
Contact us to find out more today
c/o Yorkshire Agricultural Society
Great Yorkshire Showground
Harrogate
HG2 8NZ
Tel: 01423 546214
National Farmers’ Retail and Markets Association Ltd,
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