We are Food and Drink North East (FADNE) a community interest company (CIC) made up of local business owners and experts who understand the challenges the food, drink and hospitality sectors face and are working together to solve them.
We’re not a fish – we’re the pond. A network that connects, enables and encourages collaboration across the region. Our aim is to build the North East’s reputation as a flourishing food and drink destination with local heritage, sustainability, innovation and community at its heart.
Latest news
FADNE hosts DEFRA and Food and Drink Federation to build a stronger national voice for the sector
After many months of planning and coordination, Food and Drink North East we’re honoured to host a strong delegation of representatives from the Department for Environment, Farming and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) on a two day programme of activities. A packed schedule,...
FADNE has contributed to an important regional report and findings. Now let’s push on…
Food and Drink North East (FADNE) has contributed to the North East Local Enterprise Partnership’s (NELEP) report outlining the Impact of COVID-19 and the EU transition on the North East economy. Published last week, it spells out how our region is recovering from the...
FADNE make valuable connections at Fine Food Show North
Food and Drink North East were delighted to exhibit at the Fine Food North Exhibition at the Yorkshire Event Centre in Harrogate on the 17th and 8th October. Organised by the Guild of Fine Foods and with over 150 exhibitors and 1,200 visitors the event was a powerful...
Harlands partnership makes accounting more accessible to North East food and drink businesses
FADNE and Harlands have worked closely together over the last 18 months, and are now thrilled to announce a strategic partnership that will allow associate and partner members of FADNE’s Community to access an exclusive range of resources provided by Harlands.
FADNE and FDF collaboration to benefit of food and drink businesses across the North East
Food and drink businesses within the North East can access FDF expertise, guidance and resources through an important strategic partnership between the FDF and Food and Drink North East as part of the FADNE Community.
North East Producers Recognised as the Cream of the Crop at Great Taste Awards 2021
The Great Taste Awards 2021 results are in, with many of the North East’s finest local producers awarded stars for their products.
Ongoing initiatives and projects
Grub Productions
Our specialist creative content division that helps food, drink and hospitality brands tell their stories in a creative and compelling way by producing well-planned, high-quality video content that connects with their target audiences on a truly emotional level.
Jesmond Food Market
We curate and manage this popular food market in Newcastle which takes place on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month along Armstrong Bridge, above Jesmond Dene in Newcastle. Keep updated about our market news via our socials.
North East England Farmers’ Market
We’ve recently taken over the long running NEEFM website and social media channels which support and promote market dates for farmers markets and foodie events happening across the North East region.
Business support available in the North East
North of Tyne Combined Authority Innovation Recovery Grant
Available to small and medium-sized businesses and social enterprises based in North Tyneside, Newcastle or Northumberland.
Speaking From Experience Programme
Register your interest in this course of six weekly workshops that is specifically designed for businesses in the North East food and drink sector.
Grow Tees Valley’s ‘Growth Spark Voucher’
Designed to help Tees Valley SMEs develop or improve their products and services. Grants of up to £10k are available.
Join the FADNE Community today and be part of an engaged network that makes up the amazing food and drink landscape in the North East!
Food and Drink North East
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Newcastle upon Tyne
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Food and Drink North East is a community interest company (CIC) whose aim is to build a vibrant and engaged community that champions positive trade, promotes a sustainable, circular economy and acts as a collective and inclusive voice for the region’s food and drink sector. Our overall objective is to grow the sector’s contribution to the regional economy to 10% GVA by 2025.
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