Are customers planning a blowout #Covid #Christmas? 🎄
#Independent #Retailers are placing their orders and starting to prepare for what promises to be a one-of-a-kind festive period.
An interesting piece from @guildoffinefood
https://gff.co.uk/independent-thoughts-rob-copleys-christmas-retailing-plans/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FFD%20weekly%203&utm_content=FFD%20weekly%203+CID_bc91d8fa829c261bf9942ec4e61b03d6&utm_source=Email%20marketing&utm_term=Independent%20thoughts%20Farmer%20Copleys%20Christmas%20plan
https://gff.co.uk/independent-thoughts-rob-copleys-christmas-retailing-plans/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FFD%20weekly%203&utm_content=FFD%20weekly%203+CID_bc91d8fa829c261bf9942ec4e61b03d6&utm_source=Email%20marketing&utm_term=Independent%20thoughts%20Farmer%20Copleys%20Christmas%20plan
By shopping at your local #farmshop or #farmersmarket, you can expect a warm welcome & expert advice on anything from cheese to chorizo!
Products sold are locally sourced, reducing food miles and supporting other local businesses.
We’re backing #ShopLocal week @BEISgovuk ♥️
Fantastic to see another market getting ready to re-open... if you're in the #westmalling area, be sure to head down next weekend!
#Tonbridge #Kent #Market #Local #Localfood #Farmers
We've been busy updating our websites to confirm that #Westmalling farmers market is due to re open on Sunday 23 August.
Here's the link for further details about the farmers market which is proud to be certified as a Real Farmers' Market
https://bit.ly/westmallingfmwebsite
"People want to speak to a butcher about what cut of meat they recommend. It turns going into a shop into an experience... quality, local, traceable meat & experts who are passionate about it" - Rob Copley, FRA Chair
Issue 1 of brand new @thebbqmag has landed!
#bbq #butchery
"Farm shops could benefit from the loyalty of customers who viewed them as a safe environment during the early days of coronavirus and saw how the giant retailers’ supply chains failed"
Brilliant piece in @FarmersWeekly w/FRA members @newlynsfarm @manorfarmshopuk & @farmercopley
Thank you, today and everyday
#Farm24
Featured images clockwise L-R: @craigiesfarm, @JollyNice_, @Londonfarmers, @welbeckfarmshop, @DenstoneHall
Cheers to #WineWednesday! 🍾
The ☀️ is set to make a return this weekend. Tempt your customers with a fabulous chilled glass of #wine to accompany that #bbq.
@laithwaites & @LW_WineTrade have a fantastic range for selected retail partners including #farmshops
#vino #cheers
Research shows #consumers are planning a big #Christmas instead of holidays abroad. ‘Treating’ is a key trend, with #loyalty shifting to #local shops. Online will continue to grow for browsing and shopping. Are you ready? Brands like @EastWestGifts are perfect for #farm #shops
Who doesn't love a fresh bowl of Strawberries and Cream? 🍓😋
We're delighted to announce the finalists for Pick Your Own of the Year 2021!
Is your local farm on the list?
⭐️Cammas Hall Fruit Farm
⭐️Craigies Farm
⭐️Felderland Farm PYO
⭐️Lower Ladysden Farm
We're delighted to welcome @FormbarLimited to the Farm Retail Association - have you used their products before? Lets see how fab they look in your store!
#shopping #trolley #basket #Retail
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We are excited to now be members of @FARMA_GB!
We would like your help...
If you are a farm shop and have ordered from us before, please leave a picture of our product in your store in the comments for us to use on our listing!
#farmshop #retail #farminguk #farm
We dough'nt believe it!
The frozen dough range from @SpecialBreads offers convenience, speed & flexibility. Add your own unique flair & offer customers a different bread every day of the week.
Using 100% #British flour & wheat from UK #farmers.
Farm shops looking to re-open their cafe or restaurant may find our help page useful.
Some are slowly easing back to business. Others are holding back and continuing to focus on the retail side of their operation.
There is no right or wrong - and we are here to support you!
We've got some fantastic online #training coming up for farm retailers, including a #merchandising session looking at how store layout affects #turnover and customer experience, with Judy Roberts from Right Product Right Place. Check out our courses today!
https://farmretail.co.uk/online-sessions/
Have your customers been #baking up a storm during lockdown?
Make it even easier for them to get crafty in the kitchen with bake at home #bread and #pizza dough from @SpecialBreads. Just defrost and use - great retail products from the freezer!
#nutfree #sesamefree #vegan
Pick Your Own's are the perfect place to spend a sunny day with the family, and with one way systems and limited numbers of people, #SocialDistancing is not an issue.
Why not pay a visit to your local #PYO this week?
#sunny #strawberries #PYO #family #summer #sunshine
Do you care about good food, sustainable farming & the rural community?
A fantastic opportunity has arisen with @JollyNice_, seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee daily operations across all departments.
#retailjobs #shoplocal #farmshops
https://jollynicefarmshop.com/content/jobs-board-1591798700144x912410289658396700
Loyalty cards are a great way to give back to your customer & build a marketing database.
The #EPOS system from @csyretail offers #plasticfree Loyalty & Gift Cards which are made from wood fibres and are 100% #recyclable. Perfect for the conscientious shopper!
#ecofriendly
Brilliant new #campaign for #markets launching today, get your customers, traders & supporters to join in and tell everyone why their market is important to them...
Great assets for markets to download and use at https://nabma.com/mymarket/
#MyMarket @Nabma_Markets @marketsmatter
Are you considering setting up a farm shop?
Please join us for an informal session where you can hear from retailers who have built their own farm shops, ask any questions and get to know the FRA and @nfum team.
REGISTER NOW:
Setting up a farm shop â where do I start? Is it the right thing for me?
Farm Shops across the UK offer unique shopping experiences and many have diversified further into events like pumpkin festivals and drive through sho...
farmretail.co.uk
"Its like Christmas without the Turkeys"
We ❤️ this graphic of #headlines that really illustrates how farm retailers have stepped up to the plate during #Coronavirus, keeping local customers well stocked and well fed.
Thanks for sharing, @AppetiteM!
#farmshops #shoplocal
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