Taste of Powys

producers wanted for Easter Craft Fair 22 - 25 April 2011

22/04/2011

Dragon Artists and Makers are looking for stall holders for a small farmers market style event to coincide with the Easter Craft Fair 22nd-25th April 2011 at the Brecon Beacons National Park Visitors Centre in Libanus, Brecon.

Local Food Talks

21/02/2011

Consumer demand for local and regional food and drink is strong, so making local produce a feature of your menus or retail sales makes excellent business sense. Now in it's third year, Local Food Talks draws together a group of organisations and businesses who are passionate about promoting food and drink from Mid Wales.

New project will build sustainable food communities in Wales

18/02/2011

The Sustainable Food Communities Wales project has been commissioned by the Organic Centre Wales project Better Organic Business Links (BOBL) and will be delivered by the Soil Association in partnership with local communities and public, private and third sector organisations.

Food waste collections reach four out of five Welsh homes

16/02/2011

Eighty per cent of households in Wales can now see how much food they throw away thanks to separate collections of food or food and green waste. All 22 Welsh councils provide the service to at least some of their residents, and the number of households covered continues to grow.

Powys Food Businesses have an Appetite for a Greener Future

08/02/2011

Five food businesses in Mid Wales have been selected to take part in a new eco food project which aims to meet the challenges of creating a profitable and sustainable food industry in Wales.

Dyfi Valley Seed Savers cancel their Seedy Sunday for 2011

03/02/2011

This year the Dyfi Valley Seed Savers have been concentrating on our other projects - the Welsh Vegetable Trials, and the Powys Orchard Survey. (see www.dyfivalleyseedsavers.org.uk).

Welsh food and drink producers head for San Francisco trade exhibition

02/02/2011

Welsh food and drink companies will be starting the New Year by bringing Welsh flavour to the US at one of North America’s most important food shows.

Fork2Fork: Producer Bulletin

27/01/2011

The Fork2Fork campaign trailer will be hitting the road again this year starting with the Get Welsh Festival in Swansea on the 26th February. This will be an opportunity for the campaign to meet the public and spread the message of buying direct and local.

Strengthening the Local Food Supply Chain in Powys

25/01/2011

This study was commissioned by Glasu in March 2010. The aim of the work was to undertake a feasibility study into a distribution scheme for local food within Powys.

Survey reveals growing consumer support for Welsh food and drink

24/01/2011

Conducted across the UK over the summer the survey shows a rise of 11% over the past 12 months in awareness of Welsh produce (83%), with the purchase of Welsh food an drink by Welsh consumers rising to 85% - the highest ever level.

Enormous turnips and smaller swedes

01/01/2011

Ten year food challenge for Wales

30/12/2010

Wales’ Rural Affairs Minister, Elin Jones has set a ten year challenge for the food and drink industry in Wales at the launch of the food strategy ‘ Food for Wales, Food from Wales 2010-2020’.

Britain's Best Dish

23/12/2010

Do you have a unique take on a classic dish, a secret recipe that needs to be shared, or a stunning local ingredient to showcase to the rest of the UK?

Activity tourism and sustainability workshops

21/12/2010

Hosted in partnership with the Regional Tourism Partnerships, Local Authorities and National Parks, we will be organising a series of half and full day workshops across Wales during January and February 2011. The aim of the workshops will be to update you on developments underway in activity tourism and sustainability and tell you about some new and exciting opportunities for your business.

Interest free loans help public sector organisations go green

17/12/2010

Public sector organisations in Wales will have another opportunity to access interest free loans to help reduce their carbon footprint, thanks to £2.9m of Assembly Government funding.

New initiative launches to promote Montgomery food and drink

16/12/2010

The town’s local food and drink producers, retailers and hospitality providers have all joined together to introduce ‘Taste Montgomery’.

Food Hub database system available for free

13/12/2010

The Stroudco Food Hub have been working away at connecting local people with local food for many years now, and have a great track record of producing and distributing great food. Now they are giving away the software that underpins their system for nothing to other food co-ops who could use it...

Wales’ carrier bag charge becomes law

09/12/2010

Wales’s plan to introduce a charge for carrier bags will now become law following approval by Assembly Members.

New Code of Good Practice for Farmers' Markets

22/11/2010

A new scheme is being introduced by Farmers' Markets in Wales. Based on one that is operating in Ireland, this new Code of Good Practice is intended to help clarify the nature of the markets for customers.

Has potato farming had its day?

10/11/2010

As the world food crisis grows, what happens to farming will affect us all. We need food we can trust, at a price we can afford.

Brecon Food Business - Carolines Real Bread, 'Turn Back Time'

08/11/2010

Caroline Frampton and Nigel Devlin join a group of modern shopkeepers and their families are on the journey of a lifetime - taking over empty shops in a neglected market square in Shepton Mallet to see if they can turn back time for the British High Street.

Tuesdays 21:00 on BBC One

Food security, an issue that affects us all

20/10/2010

Changes in climate, food security, energy and fuel security and labour supply are having a direct impact on many businesses in the environmental and land-based sector. Food security is becoming much more important to consumers and producers alike, with consumers expecting high standards and a wide choice of products.

Marketing Organics in a Changing World

11/10/2010

The report of the survey by Beaufort Research will be published at the Welsh Organic Producers' Conference to be held on 21st October at the RWAS, Builth Wells.

Taste of Powys is now on Facebook!

10/10/2010

Be our friend on Facebook and be the first to find out about what is happening with Taste of Powys!

Felin Fach Griffin is Dining Pub of the Year for Wales 2011

07/10/2010

The Felin Fach Griffin, near Brecon and Hay-on-Wye, has been named Dining Pub of the Year for Wales in the new 2011 edition of the Good Pub Guide. The Wales-based company that runs it, Eatdrinksleep Ltd., which now employs more than 60 people, also won the same award for Cornwall with the Griffin’s sister pub, The Gurnard’s Head.

Sourcing locally for visitors and locals at Llandrindod Wells Golf Club

05/10/2010

As Wales welcomed visitors to enjoy the Ryder Cup and Welsh hospitality, Powys regeneration initiative Glasu decided to celebrate the benefits of sourcing local produce on menus for the benefit of visitors and locals alike.

Free Taste of Powys Guide to finding the Best Food and Drink in Powys!

01/10/2010

For your free guide to finding the Best Food and Drink in Powys email liz.morrison@powys.gov.uk and we'll send one out in the post to you free of charge.

Old Stables Tea Rooms achieve another accolade!

29/09/2010

Old Stables Tea Rooms are delighted at finding out they will be included in the Good Food Guide 2011. Published by Which? This is Britain's best selling restaurant guide a must for all foodies!

Chips, chips, glorious chips

25/09/2010

While there are literally thousands of different varieties of potatoes grown around the world; there are approximately 80 varieties grown commercially across the UK. Our expectation is therefore that we will always have plenty of potatoes; however, the reality of this could be different.

Horticulture training needs

25/09/2010

Garden Organic and the Organic Growers Association are conducting a survey of training needs, to help them apply for regional funding to run workshops, discussion groups and study tours to benefit horticultural businesses. They invite all growers, employees and apprentices to respond by following the link:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TSLT7FV

Siân Lloyd samples local food and drink at Welsh Food Festival

20/09/2010

On Saturday 4th September, TV presenter, Sian Lloyd attended a special reception at the Welsh Food Festival at Glansevern Hall, Berriew, to outline Mid Wales plans promoting locally sourced food and drink with local hotels, restaurants and B&B’s.
Over 50 guests from local Mid Wales hospitality providers and food retailers were invited to the event which is promoted by the ‘Mid Wales Local Food Talks’ campaign in association with ‘Taste of Powys’.

The Tour of Britain returns to Wales

01/09/2010

The Tour of Britain returns to Wales for the first time since 2004 with what will be an exciting stage that heads south from Newtown to Swansea.

Congratulations to Michelle!

20/08/2010

Michelle Bishop from the Little Pudding Company was the recent lucky winner of a Taste of Powys hamper which included a wide selection of produce all sourced from within Powys. Items included flour from Bacheldre Mill, honey from Montgomery, Montys Beer, Pink Grapefruit Liqueur from Fruit Blush and vegetable suet from Good Food Distributors.

Powys Environmental Partnership - Small Grants Scheme

17/08/2010

In the past, the Scheme has funded amongst other things; countryside access projects, environmental fairs, and school recycling projects.

The maximum grant available is £750 which can contribute up to 50% of project costs. The remaining 50% must be match funded.

Broadband Support Scheme

17/08/2010

The Welsh Assembly Government has launched its Broadband Support Scheme, designed to reduce the number of rural
areas of the country without broadband Internet.

Beer, Biscuits and Chocolate go down a treat at the Royal Welsh Show 2010

30/07/2010

Three new food products were launched at the Royal Welsh Show this year, at a reception held by Powys County Council promoting Powys produce. Local chef Suzanne Beaumont-Davies cooked up a feast of local food sourced from across the county to showcase the high quality of produce available.

Talfryn Bowen producer at Welshpool Farmers Market featured on S4C’s Dudley Gate to Plate.

05/07/2010

Dudley: O'r Gât i'r Plât sees Dudley Newbery experiencing the main stage of local produce - Wales's finest Farmers Markets.

Welsh chef Dudley Newbery visits farmers' markets around Wales, celebrating the quality and amazing diversity of produce on offer.

Kitchen Garden Tours at the Felin Fach Griffin

29/06/2010

The Felin Fach Griffin, one of Wales’ leading restaurants with rooms will be hosting two tours of the their kitchen garden, certified organic in April 2007, on Friday 9th July and Friday 20th August, each followed by a barbecue on the lawns outside the Griffin.

Spaces on the tour are limited and are to be booked and paid for in advance. Prices include the cost of the barbeque: £10 per person for 9th July; £15 for 20th August.

Booking Enquiries: Laura Miles 01874 620 111 laura@eatdrinksleep.ltd.uk

Monthly Farmers Produce Market to start at Y Plas, Machynlleth

23/06/2010

We are able to have stall holders inside as well as outside.

We have a FREE car park to the rear of the building - not to be confused with the pay and display car park by the leisure centre.

The hall will be open from 8am (to set up) till 5pm (for clearing away).

The cost for having a stall will be £30.

We will also be looking into holding a FOOD FAYRE over a 2 day period during 2011.

Please contact me as soon as possible if you would like to be involved:

Angela Trott - Plas Promotions Organiser:

Tel: 01654 702571
angela@plasmachynlleth.co.uk

Date for your diary:

18/06/2010

Taste of Powys - Local Producers Market to be held at Llandrinio Village Hall on Wednesday 25th August from 10am - 4pm.

Anti Social Networking: How to protect your business from new online threats

17/06/2010

Social networking – whether it be Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter or something else – is fast becoming a way of life for millions of people to share information about themselves for personal or business reasons. Many businesses for example are now embracing benefits in social networking to bring them closer to their customers and improve brand experience.

Britain's Best Pud Competition

09/06/2010

Good Food Channel has teamed up with Good Food Magazine to launch a nationwide competition to find Britain's Best Pud recipe.

Check out Coleg Powys' new prospectus

08/06/2010

The 2010/11 edition of Directions, the part-time prospectus for businesses and professional development, is now available. It provides details of the courses that are being offered by Coleg Powys from September 2010. There is a diverse range of courses to choose from covering a wide spectrum of areas, ensuring that there is something for everyone.

Deadline extended for Wales the True Taste Food & Drink Awards entries 2010 – 2011!

07/06/2010

Last year’s judges had the onerous task of pouring over 860 entries in 18 categories, with the challenge of recognising and rewarding quality and innovation right across our food, drink and hospitality sectors. Now they’ll have to do it all again as food and drink companies across Wales prepare their entries and go head-to-head in competition for a True Taste Award.

The search is on to find Wales’ next Green Hero!

28/05/2010

Jamie & Jodie Francis were nominated for the Wales Green List 2009 for their commitment to managing their coffee shop in the Gower in a sustainable way, and encouraging their customers to live sustainably too.

So the search begins for Wales’ green heroes in 2010 – ordinary people doing extraordinary things to make Wales a better place for us all to live.

Enjoy British Food Fortnight in Powys!

26/05/2010

Running from 18th September to 3rd October and now in its ninth year, British Food Fortnight is the biggest national celebration of the diverseand delicious range of food that Britain produces.

Welshpool Farmers Market welcome the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh to their market on the recent Royal mini tour of Wales

13/05/2010

Welshpool Farmers Market were delighted to welcome the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh to their market on their recent (April 28th) Royal mini tour of Wales.

Cywain

13/05/2010

The main aim of Cywain is to help and support the agriculture sector to add value to primary produce.

This is achieved through developing new products or markets with the emphasis on collaboration. The hope is that effective collaboration will assist in the creation of a sustainable future for the sector.

Spice Cottage in Rhayader named Welsh Curry House of the year 2010

05/05/2010

The Spice Cottage in Rhayader has been named the best curry house in Wales at a glittering awards ceremony at the Norwegian Church in Cardiff Bay. Judges described the Spice Cottage as a "unique gem in the heart of mid Wales".

Green Horizons (Eco) Exhibition

30/04/2010

Smallholders and gardeners who work with livestock and the soil have been among those at the forefront of awareness of environmental change and have taken a lead in looking at the latest means for alleviating pressures on the environment.

ITV’s Britain’s Best Dish

10/04/2010

ITV is currently searching for potential contestants for our upcoming series. In it they look for Britain's best starter, main course and dessert. The winner of the competition gets their hands on a £10,000 cash prize.

Sustainable Development Challenge Fund

07/04/2010

Organisations based in Wales in the public sector, private sector and third sector will be eligible to take part. All projects must be focused on new, innovative approaches to sustainable development that will help achieve WAG’s vision of a sustainable Wales, as set out in its Sustainable Development Scheme, One Planet: One Wales.

Award for Powys organic pioneer Bob Kennard

07/04/2010

Bob Kennard has been made an Associate of the Royal Agricultural Societies for his pioneering work in organic food production and collaborative marketing. Graig Producers was started by Bob and his wife Carolyn in the early 1990s to supply the pioneer organic brand of Graig Farm Organics with a range of livestock for their premium quality, award-winning organic meats.

Good Food Producers Guide 2010

06/04/2010

Hardie Grant Books (UK) have just launched the Good Food Producers Guide 2010, a compilation of the best stockists and producers of good food in the UK.

Taste of Powys needs you! If produce or buy local food then you have an opinion that matters.

31/03/2010

The Taste of Powys project wants to find out what can be done to help resolve the issues unique to rural food businesses, which often have a wide distribution area in an area of low population density.

Help for growers in Wales to market their produce

29/03/2010

Funding has been provided for a £1.64m project that will assist farmers, growers and foresters to develop collaborative, supply chain focused initiatives.

10 (Really Good) Reasons to support local food

24/03/2010

1. Fresh = Good
Meat and veg from farmers’ markets is among the freshest you are ever likely to buy, unless you rear the animals and grow vegetables yourself. Farmers’ market puts you in touch with the seasons when produce is the best and as fresh as you can get. Healthy people = happy people (fact).

Brecon chef Iain Sampson is celebrating after winning the coveted National Chef of Wales title

18/03/2010

Head chef at Peterstone Court Country House Restaurant and Spa, Llanhamlach, won a closely contested final cook-off against three rivals on the first day of the Welsh International Culinary Championships at Coleg Llandrillo Cymru,

Local Japanese Beef is a cut above

16/03/2010

Wagyu, also known as Kobe beef, is the latest innovation of Ifor Humphreys, from Abermule, near Newtown, Powys. An expensive cut renowned for its taste, the beef is sold at some of London's most exclusive restaurants and by some of the city's top retailers, where a fillet can go for up to £120 a kilo.

Ifor’s pilot project of Wagyu meat, which included market research and feasibility studies of the product in Powys, is supported by Glasu, the rural development initiative that provides assistance and support to businesses, individuals and community groups in Powys.

Farmers’ Markets need you!

16/03/2010

Do you enjoy cooking and eating? Ever wondered where the food on your plate actually came from? If you would like to find the person and the place, rather than the shelf stacker, then get yourself along to one of the farmers’ markets across Powys.

If however, you make or produce food or drink, and are looking for a place to meet local consumers and introduce your product to the market place, Glasu can provide information on local farmers markets, or ask the appropriate farmers’ market to get in touch with you.

Renewables Powys

10/03/2010

Opportunities include free stand space at local events to advertise your service, a grant scheme for professionals in or those wishing to enter the sector attend visits, exhibitions or conferences which they feel would benefit their business and tailor-made talks and events aimed specifically at professionals.

Green Horizons Exhibition 2010

08/03/2010

Green Horizons would like to invite you to exhibit again at the Royal Welsh Spring Show Smallholders and Garden Festival which is to be held on May 15th -16th.

We would very much like you to join us this year and help you gain more business and help us make 2010 more successful than last years event.

GREEN HORIZONS 2010 - is an exciting exhibition in its FOURTH year bringing together a host of tradestands which can offer ‘green’ goods, services and information to the 25,000 people who visit the Royal Welsh Smallholder and Garden Festival yearly.

Through GREEN HORIZONS 2010 we want visitors will find out more about sustainable green products and services that can help them save energy, make better use of natural resources, and reduce their ‘carbon footprint’.

The Felin Fach Griffin - the only restaurant in Wales to be a member of the SRA

08/03/2010

The Felin Fach Griffin is delighted to be a Launch Member of the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA), a not-for-profit organisation aiming to make sustainability a primary responsibility of the restaurant industry in the UK. The Griffin is the only restaurant in Wales to be a member of the SRA at its launch.

Fruit Tree Grafting CALU

24/02/2010

This workshop will be led by Paul Davies of Dolau Hirion Nursery. Paul is one of Wales' leading top-fruit experts. He will be supported by the local Coed Cymru Woodland Officer, Mike Richards.

The day combines a mixture of hands-on sessions with informative talks, which will provide a thorough grounding in the topic for all attendees. And - everyone will go home with their own grafted fruit tree.

Free Marketing and Media advice for food festivals - 5th March 2010

18/02/2010

A free information day, focussed on Marketing and Media for festivals.

Forthcoming Trade Events – Book Now

17/02/2010

True Taste would like to invite you to participate in a range of trade and consumer exhibition events in 2010 under the True Taste stand. Please take a look at the list of the events and dates: http://www.walesthetruetaste.co.uk/userresources/True%20Taste%20Show%20Calendar.pdf

Should you wish to discuss any of these further then please do contact Kate Gapper on 0300 062 2208.

Dyfi Valley Seed Savers are surveying fruit growing in Powys

16/02/2010

Do you own an orchard or grow fruit in Powys? Apples? Pears? Damsons? Soft fruit?

Mid Wales Gathering for Community Farms & Gardens

15/02/2010

Wednesday 24th February, 2010. 9.30 – 3.30 pm (10 am start) at Borth Youth Hostel, Morlais, Borth, Ceredigion, SY24 5JS

It will be a day of inspiration and hearty discussion and a chance to hear more about community projects, including community gardens, allotments and land projects. You will be able to visit Borth Community Garden & Allotments and participate in a range of interesting workshops.

There is no charge for the day, as it is being coordinated as part of the series of regional networking events that are taking place as part of the 'Growing Together in Wales' programme, funded by the Big Lottery Fund.

If you would like to attend, please contact Katie Jones on 02920 225942 or email katie@farmgarden.org.uk. Places are limited, so early booking is advised. The last day to book is the 17th Feb.

National Growing Schools Conference

15/02/2010

The Growing Schools Programme is delighted to announce that it will be holding its third national conference “Growing the Future ” at the University of Oxford Botanic Garden , on the 25th March 2010.

The conference aims to support all teachers from Early Years through to Secondary who are interested in expanding and improving learning outside the classroom in their schools.

The cost is £80 and places are limited to 200. We expect demand for places to be high, so an early booking is highly recommended .

Food, Inc.

15/02/2010

More and more frequently, it seems, profit has been given priority over human health. Food, Inc. lifts the veil on the food industry, exposing a highly mechanised underbelly all too often hidden from the consumer.

Academy Award® Nominee Best Documentary (Feature) 2010

"Don't take another bite till you see FOOD, INC., an essential, indelible documentary."
Rolling Stone

"By turns an absorbing, engaging and entertaining experience."
Little White Lies

The Innovation and e-Business Roadshow for Wales 2010

12/02/2010

By applying new ideas to all aspects of your business, including, developing new and improved products and processes, adopting new technologies and investing in research and development, your business has the potential to grow and prosper.

Growing Sustainable Food Solutions @ Primrose Earth Awareness Trust

11/02/2010

Learning from nature and the Primrose Transition Farming Model.

Residential 2-Part Weekend Course 2010 at award winning Primrose Centre.

Growing Sustainable Food Solutions

Gardening & Cooking for Life and a Sustainable Future

£220 / £180 concession – includes food & accommodation.

Primrose Earth Centre, Felindre, Brecon Powys LD3 0ST
01497 847636;

www.primroseearthcentre.co.uk
e: paul.benham@ukonline.co.uk

Sponsors and growers in the Llandrindod and Rhayader area are sought for an exciting experiment in food growing at home!

10/02/2010

From Dave Burridge, (RENEW, Doldowlod walled garden)

"I see these trials as very much a community venture, involving as many people from around here as possible in the growing. It will be a fun thing to do and, hopefully give some feel of food ownership to those involved. It is also something which I feel is very much needed if we are going to get to grips with the challenges involved with local food provision."

The Apple Mach Register

09/02/2010

Do you have an apple tree in your garden? The Apple Mach Register is a record of apple varieties growing in the Dyfi Valley. It tells us which grow and fruit well in our climate and gives local people the opportunity to propagate their own trees from proven varieties.

Pasture Management For Poultry Producers

08/02/2010

New South West Wales Poultry Discussion Group First event:

Pasture Management For Poultry Producers

sponsored by CALU (Centre for Alternative Land Use) www.calu.bangor.ac.uk

Thursday 11th February 6.30 - 8.30pm at Llety Cynin Llangynin Rd St Clears, Carmarthen SA33 4AH

Fruit Trees for Biodiversity

06/02/2010

Are you thinking of planting an apple tree/orchard? Learn to plant correctly for a good start in life and rid yourself of those pruning fears. As part of the “Fruit Trees for Biodiversity” project funded by Glasu.

£1.64m Horticulture Project to be led by Glyndŵr University Flintshire

05/02/2010

Glyndŵr University has secured funding for a £1.64 million horticulture project through the Supply Chain Efficiency Scheme, part of the Rural Development Plan for Wales 2007-2013.

The key aim of the Scheme is to assist farmers, growers and foresters in developing collaborative, supply chain-focussed initiatives by providing the capacity building support that is not available through any other mechanism.

The Rural Development Plan for Wales 2007-2013 is funded by the Welsh Assembly Government and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.

Glyndŵr University, based at Northop, Flintshire, will gather market intelligence and profiles of horticultural production of food and nurseries in Wales as part of the three-year project focused on developing horticultural supply chains in Wales.

It will be partnered by ADAS, Organic Centre Wales and the Centre for Alternative Land Use (CALU) to complete the project.

Farmhouse Breakfast Week 24-30 January 2010

20/01/2010

Get involved and join farmers, producers, schools, retailers, caterers and individuals in celebrating the benefits of breakfast.

How does breakfast benefit you? The eleventh annual Farmhouse Breakfast Week 24-30 January 2010 is the ideal time to find out! Taking place 24-30 January the week is a real opportunity for everyone to get into the healthy breakfast habit and celebrate the rich wealth of breakfast foods found across the country.

Health professionals all agree we should start the day with a healthy, balanced breakfast. Breakfast really can benefit your energy levels, concentration, mood and can even help you manage your weight.

Hundreds of events of all sizes are expected to take place across the country. For great ideas and tips on organising your own event, be it your first or your eleventh click here. Or to find out what is happening in your area visit the interactive map. Either way, there really is no excuse for not benefiting from the best meal of the day - breakfast!

How to assess the carbon footprint of goods and services

13/01/2010

Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are often viewed at global, national, corporate or organizational levels, however emissions within these groupings can arise from supply chains within business, between businesses, and between nations. The GHG emissions associated with goods and services reflect the impact of processes, materials and decisions occurring throughout the life cycle of goods and services.

Flexible Support For Business

12/01/2010

February 2010 will see the launch of the Welsh Assembly Government’s Flexible Support for Business (FS4B) Supersite which will provide Wales’s businesses with an unprecedented level of tailored online information and support. (The Site will supersede the current FS4B website and be provided at the same web address).

Is Brecon a Real Food Town?

12/01/2010

Brecon has farmers markets, food festivals and an array
of wonderful food producers – but is it a Real Food Town?

Consumers get the message!

11/01/2010

A bilingual promotional campaign, designed to help increase direct food sales for primary food and drink producers in Wales, is now underway.

Winning at the Winter Fair!

16/12/2009

Taste of Powys was a part of the winning RDP trade stand at the Winter Fair this year, along with another Glasu project Renewables Powys, as well as the Leaping Stiles project which is also part of the RDP.

Exhibition Funding available!

10/12/2009

Are you a Small Business Enterprise with 10 employees or less?
Are you based in Powys?

Would you like to exhibit at a UK exhibition but cost is too much of an issue?

Then THIS is the opportunity for you!

Powys Business Development Grant available

09/11/2009

A Capital Equipment grant to maximum of 50% of eligible project costs up to a maximum of £2,500 and a minimum of £500,00.

Businesses may apply up to and within the first 3 months of trading.

Welsh vegetable varieties

03/11/2009

Dyfi Valley Seedsavers would like to hear from anyone who has seed of varieties adapted to Welsh conditions that are not available commercially. They are especially interested in tomatoes resistant to blight, rocket that is slow to bolt and strong growing winter salads.

For more information contact:

Claire @ dyfivalleyseedsavers.org.uk.

The Real Bread Campaign

25/09/2009

The Real Bread Campaign works to bring together bakers, consumers and everyone else who values the taste, nutritional quality and sustainability of bread.

Powys producers get a mention in the Western Mail

25/09/2009

"The concept of local produce is fashionable these days, and for good reason, but in Powys they’ve known for years how good their food is – but they’ve been keeping it to themselves.

Now the secret’s out."

Countryside Alliance Awards 2009

08/09/2009

The Awards, now in their fifth year, are the Countryside Alliance’s celebration of communities, produce, enterprise and rural heritage. Voted for by public nomination, they applaud those who routinely go the extra mile for their community and help promote rural life.

Knighton Farmers Market Ready, Steady, Cook!

31/08/2009

The Ready, Steady, Cook! Competition provided much entertainment at the Farmers and Craft Market as Penny Nicholson and Kieran Dawson went saucepan to saucepan in the first heat.

Counting the Cost

18/08/2009

Food is travelling further than it ever has before, often hundreds of miles from where it was produced to the homes where it is consumed. There is now a drive to reassesses the way we live our lives and invest in our local communities.

Family farms, local farm shops and farmers markets are able to offer distinctive, seasonal food at prices which often compete with local supermarkets.

By buying local, it is the businesses closest to you that benefit the most. If you invest in the local economy, it is the local community that will benefit.

Local Veg Box Vs Supermarket

Total Miles Travelled:
Local Veg Box: 969.6 miles
Supermarket Shopping Basket: 11,145 miles

Total CO2:
Local Veg Box: 199.1kg
Supermarket Shopping Basket: 2287.5kg

That’s a difference of 529,120 miles a year or over 21 times around the world!

FutureChef

13/08/2009

What is FutureChef?

FutureChef is a four staged nationwide culinary programme helping young people aged 12-16 to learn to cook. It inspires them to explore food and cooking as a life skill, helps to develop their culinary talent and informs them about entry routes into the hospitality industry. The programme encourages the next generation of young chefs and of course crowns one talented student as the FutureChef winner!

Glasu Food Report gets a mention in the Sunday Observer

12/08/2009

Food foraging hits the headlines!

Co-operatives, a modern option for direct selling

10/08/2009

An increasing number of Welsh farmers are adopting another way of selling direct to the customer. Co-operatives are often overlooked in favour of Farmers Markets, Farm Shops, and Box Schemes, but they offer the benefits of direct selling without the need to spend so much time marketing.

There are over 200 fruit and vegetable co-operatives in Wales. The number of Welsh grower businesses interested in supplying these co-ops has increased by over 100% since September 2008.

Food businesses bite back during the recession

21/07/2009

Two new Montgomeryshire food products were launched at the Royal Welsh Show this year, at a reception held jointly by Glasu’s Taste of Powys project and Powys County Council to promote Powys produce.

Local chef Suzanne Beaumont-Davies cooked up a feast of local food sourced from across the county to showcase the high quality of produce available.

New Radnor launches new farmers market!

20/06/2009

New Radnor Farmers Market now meets at the Community Centre on the third Saturday of every month.

If you would like to sell at the market please contact liz.morrison@powys.gov.uk who will pass your details on to the farmer's market co-ordinator.

Meet the Producer

20/04/2009

Taste of Powys (Glasu) joined with Local Food Talks (True Food Marketing), Adventa, Brecon Beacons National Park, Medwrn and the Mid Wales Food and Land Trust, to contribute towards hosting two Meet the Producer events across Powys.