Key Issue 4:

promoting a vibrant and sustainable food economy

 

If we are going to transform food culture and the system that supports it, food needs to be not only good for people and the planet, but also good for local economies, businesses and jobs.

Our business support can help your food business to raise its profile, boost sales and reduce overheads and play its part in creating a fair, resilient and sustainable food system.

Cambridge Sustainable food:

Promotes sustainable food businesses through its online Sustainable Food Directory

Runs a Sustainable Food Business Award scheme for organisations selling and serving food

Convenes a Sustainable Food Business Alliance to support and promote sustainable food practices.

 

PLANET PLEDGE

Food businesses can take the Planet Pledge from Sustainable Food Places and join others across the UK in pledging to serve meals that are better for people and nature. Check out our guidance to help you put your pledge into action.

Sustainable Food Directory

The best places to find local, sustainable food, from our favourite lunch spots and retailers to wholesalers and growers.

SUSTAINABLE food business Award Scheme

Get recognised for your work on environmental, social and wider sustainability issues.

Sustainable food business alliance

A network of food businesses working together to promote and build a more sustainable, local food economy.

SUSTAINABLE SOURCING WEBINARS

Learn how to take action on sustainable sourcing in your business.

ADVICE FOR SETTING UP A FOOD BUSINESS

Thinking of setting up a food business? We have collected some useful information to help you on your way.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADVICE FOR FOOD BUSINESSES

Want to go green but not sure where to start? Check out our guidance for businesses and organisations selling and serving food.

SHOP, COOK, EAT: A TOUR OF CAMBRIDGE

Take a leisurely walking tour of some of Cambridge’s sustainable food businesses.