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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Exploring the links between soil microbiome and soil carbon capture. Read how Verdant Carbon's Business Innovation Voucher is supporting farmers.
Grants
Applying for grant funding can seem daunting. But with the right support, it could help grow your business in unexpected ways
Research
New research developments and funding to support the breeding of new, sustainable varieties of hops are set to boost the UK hop sector's fortunes
Business Sustainability Challenge
We are looking to fund innovative ideas to support sustainable production, products and packaging in the horticultural and plant-based food and drink supply chain. Grants worth between £10,000 and £50,000 are available.
Our Partners
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Robert Saville
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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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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Gary Horton
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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Chris McCarthy
Our Innovation Growth Managers are here to help find you the right technical and business support. Please get in touch today.
