We've all heard the name and seen the logo but what is Hampshire Fare and what do they do? In this podcast, we go in search of answers and finds a quiet success story behind some of the best of what the county has to offer.
Join us to celebrate the 30th birthday of Hampshire Fare. Did you know that this special organisation now champions beauty products, alongside its original range of fresh produce and support for delis, cafes and restaurants? Come along and hear what’s next - and how you can get involved!
From the 4,000 tonnes of sweet and juicy strawberries we grow today, to the delicious trout in our chalk-streams and the champagne-beating wines produced on our downs, it’s no surprise Hampshire producers are flourishing. No wonder even Prince Charles has given his seal of approval. Tracy Nash, Commercial Manager for Hampshire Fare, tells us how it is helping a growing family of over 400 members to champion these strengths - and a bright future is on the cards.
Tracy Nash is Commercial Manager for Hampshire Fare, one of the oldest county food groups in the country. Set up in 1991 by a small group of farmers to promote Hampshire’s abundance of exceptional local produce, Tracy Nash joined eight years ago to help secure Hampshire Fare’s future as it became a financially independent community interest company.
Tracy oversees a small team making a big difference to its members, which include not only producers, but independent retailers and hospitality venues across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. She ensures Hampshire Fare is effective through a passion for business and mentoring, creating opportunities, facilitating powerful business collaborations, and developing Hampshire Fare’s voice for local at national level.
Further Information and Additional Links
If you want to know more about Hampshire Fare and their work, then why not visit their website: https://www.hampshirefare.co.uk/
They also have a great local produce guide celebrating 30 years of Hampshire Fare.
This was our final episode of the Heritage Open Days 2021 festival, we plan to be back for Season Six in late November 2021. You can still enjoy many of the festivals events including our Edible England Exhibition and some of the festival films, interviews and tour. Click here to visit our YouTube channel.