Food, Drink and Agriculture
Food & Drink
Devon County Council is passionate about making Devon England’s greenest county. Supporting Devon’s food and drink sector is key to this, because buying local food:
- Protects the environment (by reducing the distance your food travels)
- Strengthens Devon’s economy
- Protects Devon’s landscapes
- Supports rural communities and
- Sustains Devon’s exceptional and unique products
Agriculture
Agriculture is still a dominant sector in Devon, with a workforce of approximately 25,000 and 11,000 farm holdings. A sustainable and viable agricultural sector is essential for the preservation of the landscape as well as rural communities and associated services.
A comprehensive range of initiatives is in place across the County to support this aim, ranging from local food projects to research activities.
Food and Drink Devon - 'Love the Flavour'
Food & Drink Devon – 'Love the Flavour' represents a membership of like minded businesses, dedicated to providing good quality local food & drink. The association is committed to continuously achieving its mission - 'To make Love the Flavour a nationally recognised brand for outstanding sustainable food and drink.'
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Economy
Lucombe House
Devon County Council
County Hall
Topsham Road
Exeter
EX2 4QW
