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Great to be at @SpecialityFair today talking all about the wonderful world of #farmshops.
Here’s Heather Copley of @farmercopley sharing her experiences of running a successful farm retail business, from vision plans and brilliant marketing, to teamwork and retail excellence.
We are thrilled to be a partner of @Farm_Innovation, The UK’s leading diversification & innovation event for farmers & landowners - taking place on the 10th & 11th of November at the NEC Birmingham.
GET YOUR FREE TICKET HERE →
https://www.eventdata.co.uk/Forms/Form.aspx?FormRef=RurB0Visitor&TrackingCode=PTNFRA
It's the @SpecialityFair NEXT WEEK!
We're so excited to attend a real life event - will you be there?
Join us on Tuesday 7th for our speaker slot - "A day in the life of an award winning farm shop" with Heather from @farmercopley... we'd ❤️ to say hi.
https://www.specialityandfinefoodfairs.co.uk/whats-on/speakers-2021#/speakers/heather-copley
We're delighted to be part of the World Farmers Market Coalition, an exciting project launched by our Italian friends @coldiretti.
The WFMC aims to inspire, support and act as a voice for farmers markets across the globe 🌎
READ MORE: https://farmretail.co.uk/2021/08/24/world-coalition-of-farmers-markets/
Are you looking for a new challenge in the world of farm retail?
Check out the latest vacancies including #chef, #butcher and #farm #manager roles @FodderHarrogate and @Garsons_Esher...
#jobs #farming #retail #hospitality #FarmLife
https://farmretail.co.uk/farm-retail-vacancies/
We are delighted to announce the finalists for PYO of the Year 2022 at the annual Farm Retail Awards!
Bells Farm Shop, Brocksbushes Farm, Felderland PYO Farm & Lotmead Farm.
Thanks to our sponsor for this category @digitickets, and our overall event partner @theCOOKkitchen ❤️
Don't forget to register for your FREE place @SpecialityFair, taking place 6-7 September @olympia_london.
Bringing together independent retailers, high-end caterers & speciality wholesalers to discover the very latest products & trends.
Read more... https://farmretail.co.uk/blog/
Calling all fresh food producers & wholesalers... have you head about @MealDashUK?
They have ambitious plans to deliver nutrition for every vulnerable child in the UK, in a sustainable and affordable manner.
Read more and find out how to get involved...
https://farmretail.co.uk/blog/
Eating seasonally is at the ❤️ of what we do as farm retailers. So, could your customers be classed as 'Seasonarians'?
Check out the latest movement encouraging consumers to source as much of their diet both seasonally and locally.
https://farmretail.co.uk/2021/07/02/could-you-be-a-seasonarian/
"The Customer Journey – creating a sensory experience" - 29th June, 11.00am
Take a look at everything that creates an intuitive customer experience, from signage & displays to lighting & temperature
READ MORE & BOOK: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/the-customer-journey/register?dm_t=0,0,0,0,0
Natasha's Law - are you ready? 🍽️
Our webinar specifically curated for farm retailers to help you understand and prepare for #Natashaslaw is available to watch back, along with a raft of helpful resources. Read more…
https://farmretail.co.uk/natashas-law/
We've partnered with the fantastic Chestnut Brae Farm in SW Australia for a virtual tour of their award winning business.
Join us for a live Q&A with John and Linda Stanley taking place this Wednesday 9th June at 10.30am.
Read more & register...
https://farmretail.co.uk/.../virtual-farm-tour-down-under/
PYO perfection! Have you visited your local Pick Your Own this year?
Great to hear this fantastic piece on @BBCRadio4 'You and Yours' show today, featuring @CrockfordBridge and @farmercopley.
Listen back from 8min 55 seconds...
#youandyours
You and Yours - Pick-your-own, Care home top-up fees, Broadband speeds - BBC Sounds
Pick-your-own farms are hoping for another bumper summer.
www.bbc.co.uk
Check out this afternoon's workshop with Farm Retail friends @SpecialityFair & @AppetiteM exploring the latest trends in the independent retail sector.
Today they will explore some of the brands leading the way when it comes to digital transformation.... register for free below!
The consumer shopping experience is changing & retailers need to be ready & willing to adapt to meet rising expectations.
Join us & @AppetiteM tomorrow as we explore digital makeovers & creating a modern shop for the modern consumer.
Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/3yRrzkB
Entries to the Farm Retail Awards 2022 are now OPEN!
Celebrating farm shops and farmers markets, PYO's and producers - the awards highlight the cream of the crop in the industry.
With thanks to our event partner, @theCOOKkitchen.
https://farmretail.co.uk/farm-retail-awards-2022/
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
An established award winning #PYO farm with proven profitability & excellent client base offers a unique #management #opportunity. Situated within the M25, the PYO area extends to circa 60 acres growing soft fruit and vegetables.
https://farmretail.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pick-Your-Own-Business-Opportunity-210514.pdf
Looking to showcase your best meat produce?
Enter the brand new @FarmShop_Deli Meat Product Awards. Celebrating produce reared & produced in the UK, category winners will be announced live at at the UK Food & Drink Shows on Tuesday 6 July. Find out more: http://ow.ly/jXOA30rHy1H
Pick Your Own's saw huge success last year, with families enjoying quality time together outdoors.
Next week we're hosting a dedicated zoom for #PYO venues, led by @farmercopley & @theballoontree.
From pricing to punnetts, what will 2021 hold?
https://t.co/nVYCyG7e9j
What does the launch of #Amazon Fresh stores mean for farm retailers?
In this article for @guildoffinefood, Nigel Bogle of @theeposbureau says Amazon’s use of data is something all independents should try to emulate.
https://gff.co.uk/what-can-fine-food-retail-learn-from-amazons-use-of-data/
#Retail #Local #Fresh #FarmingToday
Farm Shop & Deli Show are all 'Good to Go' to reunite the industry once again and bring businesses back together 5 – 7 July at the NEC. Nothing is more important than your safety, comfort and enjoyment. Take a look at what measures you can expect: http://ow.ly/KwDz30rEClf #FSD2021
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