Food and Drink

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Food and Drink is a dedicated monthly podcast addressing the key topics that matter to food and drink producers and suppliers in Wales. With a focus on innovation and opportunity, each episode delves into the pressing issues and emerging trends that impact everyone working within the sector. read less
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The Tastemakers: Key Players in Wales' Food and Drink Sector
03-10-2024
The Tastemakers: Key Players in Wales' Food and Drink Sector
Host Gemma Casey is joined by Professor David Lloyd, Chair of the Food & Drink Wales Industry Board and Director of the ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre at Cardiff Metropolitan University; Dr. Rhian Hayward MBE, CEO of AberInnovation; and Andrew Martin, Head of Food, Drink and Agri-tech at AMRC Cymru.  The Welsh ‘food foundation’ sector - businesses that produce, process, manufacture and wholesale food and drink goods - turned over £9.3 billion in 2023 – surpassing a target set for it by Welsh Government two years early. The guests discuss the importance of the triple helix approach of industry, academia and government in achieving success, as well as support mechanisms including the Food & Drink Wales Cluster Network and Food Innovation Wales.

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The Tastemakers: Key Players in Wales' Food and Drink Sector
03-10-2024
The Tastemakers: Key Players in Wales' Food and Drink Sector
Host Gemma Casey is joined by Professor David Lloyd, Chair of the Food & Drink Wales Industry Board and Director of the ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre at Cardiff Metropolitan University; Dr. Rhian Hayward MBE, CEO of AberInnovation; and Andrew Martin, Head of Food, Drink and Agri-tech at AMRC Cymru.  The Welsh ‘food foundation’ sector - businesses that produce, process, manufacture and wholesale food and drink goods - turned over £9.3 billion in 2023 – surpassing a target set for it by Welsh Government two years early. The guests discuss the importance of the triple helix approach of industry, academia and government in achieving success, as well as support mechanisms including the Food & Drink Wales Cluster Network and Food Innovation Wales.
Industry Outlook for the Food and Drink Sector in Wales
30-08-2024
Industry Outlook for the Food and Drink Sector in Wales
In our inaugural episode of Food and Drink Wales, Business News Wales editor Gemma Casey examines the outlook for Wales' food and drink sector. The discussion covers the impact of recent geopolitical events and economic challenges, and highlights the importance of government support in fostering industry growth and stability. Expert guests include Linda Grant (Managing Director of BIC Innovation), Harry Cobbold (Public Affairs Manager of the Food and Drink Federation), and Ffion Moseley (Chartered Accountant at Castell Howell Foods).
Food & Drink Wales: Show Teaser
12-08-2024
Food & Drink Wales: Show Teaser
Food and Drink Wales is a dedicated monthly series specifically focused on topics that matter to food and drink producers and suppliers in Wales. With a focus on innovation and opportunity, each month we're poised to explore and uncover the issues that matter to Wales’ Food and Drink sector.