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Funding for regional food and drink projects
Local food and drink projects are being encouraged to apply for
funding from the Scottish Government’s Regional Food Fund.
The latest round of funding of up to £100,000 is now available
for businesses and groups who wish to promote regional food
products and establish new markets.
The Fund is designed to support the development of regional food
and drink products across Scotland. It has supported a range of
projects including The Shetland Seafood Provenance Scheme, The
Bute Kitchen Retail Project and the Clyde Island Gin Passport.
Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands Secretary said:
“The Regional Food Fund is an excellent opportunity for local
businesses, producers and community groups to showcase the best
products that their regions have to offer.
“It has already provided over £650,000 to more than 140 projects
across the country and I’d encourage anyone who is interested to
apply.
“The Fund is part of our wider Good Food Nation plans. These
ambitious proposals will seek improve the availability of local,
high quality food whilst also ensuring our food industry
continues to grow in a way that is profitable and sustainable.”
Head of Regional Food at Scotland Food & Drink Fiona Richmond
said:
“With this being the fourth round of the Regional Food Fund,
we’re looking forward to reviewing a variety applications. In the
past, we’ve supported everything from food and drink festivals to
farm vending machines, online ‘buy local’ campaigns to extensive
collaboration opportunities showing the quality of produce and
the journey from field to fork.
“The fund encourages collaboration within regions and the supply
chain, highlighting unique food and drink stories and experiences
for us all to enjoy.
"The desire for local produce is strong, and we are proud to
continue our support of regional food and drink initiatives.”
Background
Further information on the
Regional Food Fund.
Online application form for the
Regional Food Fund.
The deadline for applications is 5pm, 24 November
2023.
The fund allows for a maximum of £5000 to be bid for within any
application.
The fund will be administered and managed on behalf of the
Scottish Government by Scotland Food & Drink, and an
independent assessment panel will be established to discuss the
applications and determine suitability for funding.
Who can apply?
- individual businesses in the food and drink sector, including
primary producers, on behalf of a collaborative group or project
- regional and community groups (both rural and urban)
- individuals on behalf of a collaborative group or project
