The Highland Good Food Partnership has announced a Meet the Producers tour in collaboration with Visit Inverness Loch Ness.
The event is designed to grow sales of Scottish produce by bringing together buyers and suppliers across the retail, wholesale, hospitality and independent sectors.
The tour is part of the ‘Showcasing Scotland Local’ series of events supported by Scotland Food & Drink.
Food businesses signing up for the event on 2 and 3 April 2025 will be taken on a whistlestop tour of local producers including Daviot Steading, Black Isle Brewery, Loch Ness Honey, Inverness Botanic Gardens, Balnain Blueberries and Loch Ness Ice Cream.
The initiative aims to support and promote local producers while encouraging buyers to do the same. Local procurement plays a crucial role in the sustainability of small-scale food producers. By sourcing locally, businesses not only support the local economy but also help reduce food miles and contribute to a more resilient food system.
The guided tour will provide food businesses, chefs, retailers and suppliers with an in-depth look into the production processes of local producers. They will have the opportunity to hear the stories behind the businesses and discover new local produce to add to their offer.
Departing from Daviot Steading on 2 April, the tour will visit South Clunes Farm & Highland Hill Larder, Black Isle Brewery & Garden, Loch Ness Honey and Loch Ness Ice Cream, concluding with a networking lunch back at Daviot Steading. On 3 April, the tour begins at Inverness Botanic Gardens, visiting Guisachan Tea, Balnain Blueberries and Achpopuli Farm, followed by a networking lunch in the glasshouse, featuring dessert by XOKO Bakehouse. Each day will give buyers the chance to engage directly with producers, tour facilities and discuss opportunities for local procurement.
With spaces limited, interested participants are encouraged to secure their spot early. To register or for more information, please contact Brenna Anderson at brenna@highlandgoodfood.scot.
