Produced in Northumberland

Produced in Northumberland is the only fully audited scheme that verifies businesses who are producing or using local Northumberland products.

The easily recognised brand is making the consumer aware of the wealth of local, quality products that celebrate Northumberland`s identity. Businesses who use locally sourced products, provide the true taste of the county to their customers, so adding value to their business offer.

The scheme is open to any business who produces, uses or retails Northumberland food and drink. For more information about how to get involved with Produced in Northumberland, contact Dawn Goodwill-Evans.

What are the aims of the scheme?

• To raise the profile of local Northumberland produce and businesses.
• To provide the best possible local food and drink experience for visitors to Northumberland.
• To raise public confidence in Northumberland food and drink.
• To raise the value of Northumberland food and drink.
• To increase the local economy: jobs, production, income.
• To promote the provenance of local food and drink.

What are the benefits of joining the scheme?

• “Produced in Northumberland” is a strong and unique marketing brand you can use on your products, menus, websites, social media etc. You will also receive a certificate identifying which food and drink is verified. This is great for hospitality establishments who can display their certificate for customers to see immediately.
• Customers can clearly see that your business has been verified and is one they can trust.
• As a producer, the scheme helps you easily prove to establishments that your products have been verified, which can lead to an increase in demand.
• You’ll get a listing on the producedinnorthumberland.co.uk.
• The scheme is promoted through Northumberland County Council: press releases, social media, editorial, features - reaching a wide audience.
• Get access to specialist staff knowledge and mentoring.
• You’ll be adding to Northumberland’s food and drink identity while encouraging the consumer to value the produce.
• A low cost collection/delivery service has been negotiated for scheme members.

What is the eligibility criteria?

• Manufacturers, primary and small scale producers must prove that their food and drink is made in Northumberland.
• Butchers need to prove that foods are made in Northumberland and will also be subject to trace checks on the origin of the meat.
• B&B’s and other hospitality such as restaurants, hotels and pubs etc are expected to have a minimum number of key foods on their menus that are made in Northumberland.
• To be part of the scheme retailers are expected to sell a varied range of food and drink made in Northumberland from at least nine different producers. This food and drink should be clearly identified as Produced in Northumberland and we would suggest a ‘Produced in Northumberland’ branded area. This will avoid confusion with other products that are also sold on the premises.