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Food and drink 

The food and drink sector accounts for around 10 per cent of the North West's economy, encompassing all parts of the food supply chain: food retail and food service, food processing and agriculture.

The North West is home to more food manufacturing enterprises than anywhere else in the UK, and has particular strengths in dairy and red meat production, cereal processing and speciality foods.

The industry is a key priority for the economy of the North West and this section highlights the wealth of information and support available to help businesses develop and grow.

Business Link Northwest is your free to use, independent business support and information service. Our team of specialist advisers have in-depth understanding and know-how of the food and drink industry and offer free, tailored one-to-one support for your business. Call us now on 0845 00 66 888 or use our contact us form to find out what we can do for you!

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Grow your business
Access impartial advice and support to develop and implement your plan for growth.

Enrich
Get help with food and drink business and product development.

Support for exporters
Contact UK Trade and Investment on 0845 603 7053 and ask to speak to the food and drink export specialist to find out about tailored international trade support.

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Train to Gain
Improve your productivity and competitiveness by ensuring your staff have got the right skills to do the job.

Leadership and Management
Take up this innovative programme to equip yourself with the skills to become a better leader.

Apprenticeships
Find out how apprenticeships can make your business more effective, productive and competitive.

icon lightbulbThe Food and Drink sector in the North West

Find out about current issues for food and drink businesses in the region and how the regional economic strategy aims to address them.