Our members have access to a wide array of fantastic trusted supplier partners, from special rates on services such as merchant card services, insurance, trade discounts and scheduling software. We’ve developed strong links with these businesses, and can heartily recommend their services (and special member offers) to Farm Retail Association members across the UK.
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FRA PROCUREMENT PARTNER AF Affinity is able help FRA members across the UK, save money and free up time. It’s part of a £270M turnover agricultural...
FREE HALF DAY ON-SITE CONSULTANCY VISIT Market leaders in rural diversification and rural retail and hospitality development. We create, plan and implement a full range of...
Supplier of a wide range of quality printed packaging, bags & boxes for all business types. Providing bespoke sustainable packaging solutions to our clients for over fifty years.
We are a market leader in retail weighing, labelling and food processing. Our experience sets standards, that's what sets us apart.
We are a small independent confectionery business. We are down to earth, straight forward and approachable. We specialise in supplying farm shops.
5% REBATE ON BOOKER WHOLESALE Exclusive to FRA Members. Includes purchases at partner company Makro. Excludes Tobacco and VAT. Rebate is paid back to you quarterly
Capital Refrigeration Services Ltd supply and install various forms of commercial refrigeration equipment to food retail and processing sectors across the UK.
Welcome to Cheshire Farm Chips, the UK’s Leading Provider of Quality Potato Products Produced in the Heart of Cheshire.
Here at CNG Switch we are always prepared to go the extra mile for our clients, as a value driven company, we understand that it’s not just about building relationships, it’s about maintaining them to
COOK has been making remarkable frozen meals by hand, just like you would at home, since 1997 … and we’re looking for like-minded Concession partners.
10% OFF CATALOGUE PRICES FOR FRA MEMBERS The leading supplier of in-store bakery and retail food service products. Includes access to on-site training, equipment & marketing support.
Creative Retail Solutions work with food shops to create food displays which maximizes sales. We supply and fit, all sorts of refrigeration...
CSY is a major provider of EPOS systems for farm shops, delicatessens, health stores and organic supermarkets in the UK.
For the past 40 years, Cunninghams EPOS Software Group have been a leading provider of point of sale solutions for a wide range of sectors including; retail, hospitality, convenience and wholesale.
Darling Spuds hand cooked crisps are lovingly made in Northamptonshire using the finest British potatoes and using only natural seasoning, available in Gluten Free, Vegetarian & Vegan options.
Data Strategy Consulting Ltd has over 10 years of experience in harnessing the power of retail data and using it to grow businesses.
Leading UK Rural Consultants, Chartered Surveyors, Agricultural Valuers, and Letting Agents. National reputation for advising on farm diversification.
FREE CONSULTATION & 10% DISCOUNT FOR FRA MEMBERS Built to support efficient teams. The UK's #1 scheduling software. A complete employee management system
The field fare ‘scoop your own’ concept is unique. Our high quality loose-serve range enables shoppers to choose how much frozen food they buy.
Beekeepers and makers of natural beeswax products, from lip balm to boot polish. We now produce honey and artisan cider, as well as rearing live queens and colonies.
Multi-award winning Peer-to-Peer lending platform specialising in helping farm and rural businesses access finance.
Fresh Retail Group, a body who offers practical consultancy services based around the needs of your business. Having first-hand experience of the issues faced by fresh food retailers today
We make everything from the fruitiest juices to the most exotic fusions. We are committed to never bottling in plastic, only glass and are endeavouring to remove plastic from our supply chain
Greenspan design, build and theme bespoke visitor attraction like Adventure Outdoor Play, Adventure Indoor Play, Adventure Golf and more.
Gruntled Pork Crackling has been developed by husband and wife team Dave & Judy Willis. Their mission is to create quirky alternative snacks for quality independent retailers.
Multi award winning full-service digital agency, leveraging combined expertise across a range of specialisms to create multi-layered campaigns and strategies.
IMOON has built on previous technological experience to become a leading player in the international market for commercial lighting in Food & Retail.
We wholesale only the freshest and finest Christmas trees, direct from the growers, to our customers. 100% UK grown real Christmas trees produced on over 20 farms throughout the country.
Supporting Butchers and Farms Shops from Lands End to John O’Groats. We specialise in the sourcing and distribution of quality butchers supplies and butchers ingredients throughout the UK.
Hundreds of UK farm shops use our mystery shopping and customer feedback tools to coach and develop their staff.
Inspired Energy plc are the UK’s leading utilities consultancy, offering the most complete utilities solution.
EXCLUSIVE RATES FOR FRA MEMBERS iZettle is the FRA's recommended mobile payment system supplier. Perfect for when you need to take payments on the go or out on...
From burger machines to bowl cutters, sausage linkers to vacuum packers, you can be assured that we’ll have the right machine for your unique requirements.
With more than thirty years’ experience we provide expert planning advice and business operational management support enabling businesses to develop a strategic business plan for the future!
UK manufacturer of Food Packaging Machinery including Table Top Lidding Machines, L Sealers, Pizza Cappers, Jaw Sealers and Tray Wrappers. We also supply a wide range of food trays and film.
Our cards represent this and are full of beautiful designs with added fun and joie de vivre. Creating popular, innovative and fresh designs
If you run ticketed events, whether its a food festival or pumpkin festival, Merlin could be just the ticket. Flexible and adaptable, Merlin is the ticketing provider of choice for a growing number...
Specialists EPoS providers, with 100+ sites actively using our software throughout the UK. 2020 Winners of the Farm Retail Association Supplier Of The Year Award.
EXCLUSIVE RATES FOR FRA MEMBERS Combining cutting edge technology, customer support and unconventional thinking, we can offer lower rates, better service and peace of mind.
2% DISCOUNT OFF OUR PRICE LIST FOR FRA MEMBERS One of the UK’s leading wholesale distributor of ethical, fairtrade, healthy, free-from, eco, organic & natural products.
Leading firm of independent Chartered Surveyors who offer a wide range of commercial property services to the Farm Shop Industry throughout the UK.
Northants based producer of gourmet filled flatbreads. All vegetarian, some vegan and a few Gluten Free. Mainly selling via Farmers Markets.
Reposs is the leading supplier of EPoS to the independent convenience store and newsagents, with over 2200 independent retailers throughout the UK using a Reposs EPoS System to manage their shops.
The Cress Co are a multiple award winning fine food and drink distributor, delivering the very best in ambient and chilled products, across the UK.
For the last 20 years The EPOS Bureau has been providing stock and retail management solutions specifically designed for the Independent Food Retail sector across the UK and Ireland.
The Food and Retail consultancy for independent food retailers, farm shops, delis and food producers
We not only get you the best price for your gas, electricity & water supply, we also sort out any queries you may have and take the time to explain how the industry works
Total Produce sources and distributes an extensive range of fresh produce across all major categories including fruits, vegetables and salad - extending from the more familiar to the truly exotic.
Vision Commercial Kitchens are one of the UK's leading specialists in the design, supply and installation of commercial kitchen and bar equipment.
FRA PROCUREMENT PARTNER Whether negotiation, simplified purchasing, obtaining multiple quotes or simply a good deal, FRA members can opt to buy...
We produce wholegrain breakfast cereals fresh to order (granola & Muelsi) which are hand baked in small batches using freshly rolled oats, stoneground flour, yorkshire honey and nuts and seeds.
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Every penny counts at this time. If you're looking for ways to reduce your energy bills, @CNGSwitch are here to help. To hear about one time only special rates exclusively for farm retailers, e-mail sales@cngswitch.co.uk or call 0333 2200420 quoting 'FRA2020' #savemoney #cutcosts
This is going to be interesting!
Join @FarmShop_Deli next Tuesday at 4pm as they chat with Farm Shop & Deli awards winners about how they've been adapting to #coronavirus.
Pop it in your diary and see you there 📅
*** SAVE THE DATE: TUES 26TH MAY *** We invite you to join us at 4pm next Tuesday as we stream our 'Winning Insights' panel discussion. Host Richard Fox will be chatting to Farm Shop & Deli Awards winners on how their businesses have been responding to Covid-19, plus much more.
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
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p08cdrfz
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
Thanks @FarmShop_Deli - still time to register for tomorrow night's webinar exploring...
The challenges of re-opening your cafe/restaurant when the time is right PLUS bringing back your furloughed team
https://farmretail.co.uk/online-sessions/
@FARMA_GB are committed to supporting their members and will be running the next online session 'Exploring the challenges of re-opening your cafe/restaurant when the time is right' on Tuesday 19 May at 6pm. Find out more and register here: http://ow.ly/yLf530qGmnO
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/
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
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
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/
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
"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/
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/
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/
#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
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
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
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
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
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
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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