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Local Food

In 2010 Natural Enterprise issued the Report of the findings of an Island wide survey of the food sector, including growers, producers and processors. The survey was commissioned by the South East Food Group Partnership which recognised the importance of having an improved understanding of the Isle of Wight food sector, from growers through to producers and retailers.

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Key objectives of the survey:

• Build a current overview of the Island’s food sector
• Seek producer feedback on the merits of establishing a food group
• Assist with decisions about future support and strategic planning

Key findings of the Food Sector Survey

• Expansion is planned by 43% of farmers and growers
• Processors are also looking to expand with 80% having plans for growth
• 70% of farmers/growers and 80% of processors supported Isle of Wight Food Group

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