Be part of a thriving food and drink community
Kent and Medway is home to some of the most exciting and innovative food and drink businesses in the UK and internationally. From growers of fresh fruit and vegetables, to food processes and makers, through to engineers and robotics specialists automating our supply chain.
Kent businesses are leading the way in healthy and sustainable food production.
Joining our free network gives you access to business and technical support, as well as the opportunity to connect with new clients, customers and partners. We also offer a range of research grants and funding.
What’s happening at Growing Kent & Medway?
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Over 180 secondary school students experienced how science and technology impact the food we grow at our STEM Hub event
Grants
Robert Mitchell Farms saved £1,300/year on energy with a new cold store door through the Growing Green grant. Learn how they did it!
Research
British growers can cut strawberry carbon emissions by 40% & save costs using recycled coconut coir, a sustainable alternative to imported materials.
Grow a greener businesses
Sign up for our sustainability training programme and apply for a grant of up to £7k to take your business to net zero
Our Partners
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Flora O'Brien
Our Innovation Growth Managers are here to help find you the right technical and business support. Please get in touch today.
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Speak to an advisor
Parag Acharya
Our Innovation Growth Managers are here to help find you the right technical and business support. Please get in touch today.
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Speak to an advisor
Gary Horton
Our Innovation Growth Managers are here to help find you the right technical and business support. Please get in touch today.
