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Gloucestershire County Council relaunches 'Made in Gloucestershire' with a special focus on rural food and drink producers and businesses

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Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) is thrilled to announce that as ‘Made in Gloucestershire’ enters its third year since the launch of the campaign, this year will have a renewed focus on supporting rural food and drink businesses and producers.

This exciting development aims to shine a spotlight on the incredible diversity and quality of produce from the county's rural areas, fostering greater recognition and economic growth for these vital contributors to our local economy. 

Since its inception, 'Made in Gloucestershire' has been dedicated to promoting the authenticity and excellence of local produce. The initiative has now reached a significant milestone with over 160 members and affiliates, and the relaunch promises even more benefits and opportunities for rural businesses. 

GCC is encouraging even more businesses to sign up to this free initiative with a number of case studies being developed with enhanced publicity opportunities to celebrate, in particular rural businesses and providers.  

New category in the SoGlos Business Awards 

In conjunction with the relaunch, GCC is delighted to announce a new category in the prestigious SoGlos Awards: 'Best Rural Food and Drink Business'. This category will celebrate the outstanding achievements of rural producers and highlight their contributions to Gloucestershire's vibrant food and drink scene. Entries for this category open in June and GCC is encouraging all eligible businesses to participate and showcase their exceptional products. 

Cllr Stephen Davies, Leader of Gloucestershire County Council, expressed his enthusiasm for the relaunch: “The 'Made in Gloucestershire' initiative has been a cornerstone in promoting our county's rich heritage of food and drink. By focusing on rural businesses, we are not only celebrating their unique contributions but also ensuring they receive the recognition and support they deserve. This relaunch, coupled with the new SoGlos Awards category, marks a significant step forward in our commitment to fostering a thriving local economy. We look forward to seeing the continued success and growth of our rural food and drink producers." 

For more information about the 'Made in Gloucestershire' initiative and how to become a member, please visit www.madeingloucestershire.com.