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Three outstanding Welsh food and drink products have been shortlisted for the prestigious Great Taste Golden Fork from Wales 2026 award, placing them among the very best products recognised by the world’s largest and most trusted food and drink accreditation scheme. Passion Fruit Sorbet from Pembrokeshire-based Fire and Ice, 100% Grass-fed Leg of Welsh Lamb from Hindwell Farm Meats and Enchilada Paste from Kursat's are all in contention for the coveted title, which celebrates the...

Heler Foods has invested in leadership development at its Minffordd, North Wales packing facility through a bespoke training programme developed with the Welsh Government Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales programme (F&DSW) and Grŵp Llandrillo Menai. Employing around 250 people and supplying customers across the UK and internationally, Heler Foods identified a need to further develop leadership and management skills following a workforce skills diagnostic. While many employees had progressed...

Wales has welcomed a delegation of Japanese investors exploring opportunities within the country's food, farming and agri-tech sectors, as part of a visit showcasing it as a destination for inward investment, innovation and sustainable food production. The delegation met with First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth during to discuss opportunities for investment in areas including controlled environment agriculture, food production infrastructure and agricultural technology. First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth said: "Wales has a long and successful...

A new three-year impact report from the Welsh Government Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales programme highlights the significant contribution workforce development and careers initiatives are making to the growth, resilience and future success of Wales’ food and drink sector. The report; 'Strengthening skills, supporting growth: A three-year impact report' showcases the programme’s achievements over the past three years, including support for 497 businesses, more than 1,400 individuals trained through...

Food and drink businesses from across Wales are celebrating success after securing accolades in the prestigious Great Taste Awards 2026, further strengthening Wales’ reputation as a producer of exceptional food and drink enjoyed across the UK and around the world. The Guild of Fine Food has announced that 169 products from Wales have received Great Taste Awards this year, including 125 1-star awards, recognising products that are ‘simply delicious’, 36 2-star awards for ‘outstanding’ products...

Two independent Welsh producers have joined forces to create Y Fenai, a distinctive rum-infused coffee that brings together award-winning rum, expertly roasted speciality coffee and original Welsh artwork in one unique product. The partnership was sparked through introductions made at Cluster Network events. Funded by Welsh Government, the network plays an important role in helping Welsh food and drink businesses build connections, share expertise and develop collaborative projects that support growth and innovation. The collaboration...

Five successful applicants interested in pursuing a career in the food and drink industry were given a unique opportunity to gain an immersive insight into the sector from a commercial perspective at this year’s Royal Welsh Show. As part of the Welsh Government’s Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales programme, a group of aspiring industry professionals took part in an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience within the Welsh Government Food Division’s prestigious...

30 Welsh suppliers supported to grow their businesses Bespoke training and development programme to cover key areas of retail Asda is teaming up with Food and Drink Wales to launch a Supplier Development Programme to help companies across the country upskill and grow their businesses. The initiative, announced this week at the Royal Welsh Show, will involve more than 30 local suppliers from across Wales, sharing insights on everything from compliance and marketing to product...

Innovation, investment, business support and new market opportunities are taking centre stage at this week's Royal Welsh Show, as the Welsh food and drink industry comes together for one of its busiest weeks of the year. Centred around the Food Hall, Business Lounge and International Pavilion, Welsh Government Food & Drink Wales is showcasing the quality, diversity and ambition of the sector, while providing businesses with access to specialist support, networking opportunities and expertise designed...

A new Dairy Sheep Cluster has been launched at the Royal Welsh Show, bringing together farmers, processors, retailers, academia and industry stakeholders to support the development of the Welsh sheep milk sector. The launch marks the next phase of work to establish a sustainable and commercially viable industry in Wales, building on market research and supply chain development commissioned by the Welsh Government. This work identified significant opportunities for growth, supported by increasing global demand...