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Recruitment for FHA Singapore is now open

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Welsh Government are pleased to announce they will be exhibiting at FHA, Food and Beverage Singapore 2026. The show will take place between 21-24 April 2026 at Singapore Expo. Please note, the exhibition ProWine Singapore, part of the ProWein World Series of leading wines and spirits trade fairs, the 6th edition, is also taking place at the same time and venue. Applications are now open if you would like to take a space on the...
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Welsh Government Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales programme Celebrates Major Milestones

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Engaging Over 10,000 Students and Strengthening Wales’ Future Workforce

The Welsh Government Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales programme (the programme) is celebrating significant achievements to date, having now engaged 10,073 students across Wales and worked collaboratively with 369 schools to inspire the next generation of food and drink talent. Kate Rees, Welsh Government Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Welsh Food & Drink Skills Wales Programme Manager said: “The engagement intervention of the programme has been exceptional. Through...
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Supporting the Future Food Workforce

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The Welsh Government Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales Programme Poised to Meet Emerging Industry Needs

A new report from IGD (Food and drink workforce – a quiet crisis building?, February 2026) highlights a “quiet crisis” building within the UK food and drink workforce, warning that the sector will require a dramatic step‑change in technical, digital and scientific capability by 2030. With the system becoming increasingly automated, data‑driven and sustainability‑focused, the report states that many of the essential future skills “do not exist at scale today,” calling early investment “critical” to...
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Major boost to the Welsh brewing sector as it secures funding for advanced brewer training

The Welsh brewing industry is set for a significant step forward in technical skills development as the Welsh Government Drinks Cluster, working in partnership with FDQ and MEDR Cymru, secures funding to roll out the new Level 4 Brewing Diploma. This advanced qualification will support the development of highly skilled brewers across Wales and strengthen the sector’s long-term competitiveness. Welcoming the announcement, the Welsh Government’s Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and...
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Welsh food and drink showcased on the global stage at Foodex Japan

Wales has once again taken centre stage on the global food and drink scene following a successful recent presence at Foodex Japan 2026, at the Tokyo Big Sight. Foodex Japan is one of Asia’s largest and most influential food and drink exhibitions, attracting more than 70,000 buyers, distributors, retailers and foodservice leaders from across Japan. The event serves as an unparalleled platform for producers to showcase innovation, strengthen commercial relationships and unlock new export opportunities...
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Choose food that’s ‘Rooted in Wales’

The Welsh Government has launched a national campaign to help bring together every part of its food system, from the farmers, growers and fishers who produce food from Welsh land and waters to the manufacturers, retailers, communities and families who buy, cook and share it. 'Rooted in Wales' is a call to collective action: a recognition of the relationship Wales has with its food system and creating lasting change where everyone has their part to...
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Welsh Food and Drink Producers Target Irish Retail Growth on Dublin Trade Visit

Seven Welsh food and drink businesses will travel to Dublin from 23–25 March as part of a focused export trade visit aimed at securing new retail and foodservice listings in Ireland. The delegation, specialising in bakery and chocolate, will meet senior buyers from leading Irish and international organisations including Musgrave Group (SuperValu, Donnybrook Fair), Tesco Ireland, Marks & Spencer Ireland, Sysco Ireland and Aramark. Ireland remains a key near-market for Welsh producers, offering strong cultural...
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Tasty Careers Schools Challenge Inspires the Next Generation of Food Innovators Across Wales

The Tasty Careers Schools Challenge 2026, an exciting competition designed to spark creativity and teamwork among pupils across Wales, has once again showcased the incredible talent and innovation of young people in the food and drink sector. The Tasty Careers School Challenge, delivered by the National Skills Academy for Food & Drink (NSAFD) Wales in partnership with Welsh Government Sgiliau Bwyd a Diod Cymru / Food & Drink Skills Wales programme and Careers Wales, aims...
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Explore Export Wales 2026

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Wherever you are on your export journey, Explore Export Wales is a great opportunity for businesses to network with one another; get the latest export news and advice; speak to support organisations; explore overseas opportunities; and, discover tools to make your exporting business more effective.

 

12th March 2026 – Cardiff

18th March 2026 - Llandudno

 

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Foodex Japan, 10-13 March 2026

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Welsh Government would like to invite Welsh Food and Drink companies to exhibit with us at Foodex Japan, 10-13 March 2026. Foodex, Japan is the ultimate platform for business, trade, networking, and innovation, attracting industry leaders and professionals from across the globe. The cost to exhibit has been subsidised by Welsh Government. By participating you will benefit from: A cost effective means of visiting the market Have a presence under the Cymru Wales brand alongside...

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