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Tackling skill shortages on the agenda at second Welsh Baking Conference: 19 March '24

Over 130 members of the Welsh baking industry have come together to discuss key issues facing the sector at the second annual Welsh Baking Conference.

Welsh food and drink companies benefit from funded waste reduction support: 14 March '24

Welsh food and drink companies are being encouraged to take up support from a Welsh Government backed project which aims to reduce waste in the food and drink supply chain.

Welsh Baking Industry to Gather for Second Annual Conference: 26 January '24

Members of the Welsh baking industry will come together to discuss key issues facing the sector at the second annual Welsh Baking Conference

ZERO2FIVE’s Professor David Lloyd elected Chair of the Food and Drink Wales Industry Board: 12 January '24

We are pleased to announce that Professor David Lloyd has been elected as the Chair of the Food and Drink Wales Industry Board.

How Food Innovation Wales is helping the food and drink sector grow: 12 January '24

Professor David Lloyd and Martin Jardine from Food Innovation Wales were both recently interviewed by Food Manufacture.

UK food safety experts gather in Cardiff to discuss food safety resilience: 23 November '23

Nearly 200 food and drink industry professionals have gathered in Cardiff this week to discuss food safety resilience at the 20th annual UKAFP conference.

Innovative seaweed snack bar set to launch with support from Welsh Government backed Project HELIX:

14 September '23

A Swansea-based business is set to launch an innovative snack bar which is made using sustainably sourced seaweed from an ocean farm based in Pembrokeshire.

Researchers distribute free fridge thermometers at Amgueddfa Cymru Food Festival as part of mass food safety experiment:
30 August '23

Researchers from ZERO2FIVE will be inviting people to take part in a citizen science food safety research project.

Project HELIX delivers over £355 million impact to Welsh food and drink industry: 14 August '23

As a result of its success, the Welsh Government have announced Project HELIX will continue to assist the sector until March 2025

Food Innovation Wales directors with Lesley Griffiths MS

New record high for Welsh Food and Drink exports: 25 July '23

Project Helix, which offers technical and commercial support to the Welsh food and drink industry, will continue until March 2025

Project HELIX Overview
June 2016 – June 2023

This report provides a snapshot of Project HELIX’s outputs and activities since June 2016.

ZERO2FIVE receives Applied Microbiology International funding for summer scholarship: 26 June '23

Mike Sullivan, an undergraduate Food Science and Technology student , is the recipient of the scholarship

ZERO2FIVE signs up to Institute of Food Science and Technology Group Scheme: 13 March '23

ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre has been approved as member of the IFST's Group Scheme.

Welsh bakers and students gather to discuss the latest baking industry trends: 15 February '23

Welsh bakers and students have met to discuss the latest trends at the first baking industry conference organised by ZERO2FIVE.

The Welsh firms adapting and innovating in the face of the economic crisis: 25 November '22

We’re working with the Tidy Kitchen Company to help them with labelling and shelf life support.

Food safety experts gather in Cardiff for conference: 17 November '22

Nearly 150 food and drink industry professionals have come together in Cardiff to discuss the UK’s changing food safety landscape.

How our Perceptual Experience Laboratory supports innovation: 17 November '22

Food Navigator recently visited our Perceptual Experience Laboratory to find out how its innovative user-testing technology can help businesses understand the consumer path to purchase.

Top Bakery Trends 2023 revealed: 16 November '22

From affordable indulgences to tradition with a twist, British Baker have named their top bakery trends for 2023 and Lee Pugh, our Head of Baking, has contributed his thoughts.

Just Love Food Company delivers 65% growth with support from Project HELIX: 10 November '22

Just Love Food Company has grown its turnover by 65% with support from an NPD affiliate who joined the company through Project HELIX.

Cardiff Met Food Science master’s graduate named baking industry rising star: 25 October '22

Nishitha Kannan won the title of Rising Star in the Baking Industry Awards 2022.

Brecon food business delivers growth with support from Project HELIX: 11 October '22

Cradoc's has grown its turnover by 55% and secured major new customers with support from a technical affiliate who joined the company through Project HELIX.

Cardiff Met Food Science master’s graduate named “future superstar” of the baking industry: 08 September '22

Nishitha Kannan has been named one of three finalists in the Rising Star category in the Baking Industry Awards 2022.

UK food safety conference to be held in-person for the first time since 2019: 25 August '22

The 19th annual UK Association for Food Protection (UKAFP) conference is set to take place at the All Nations Centre in Cardiff on Wednesday 16th November 2022

ZERO2FIVE launches new aroma and flavour testing services for Welsh SMEs: 15 August '22

ZERO2FIVE has expanded its flavour and aroma testing services with the appointment of analytical chemist, Matt Bates.

New Product Development day upskills Welsh food and drink professionals: 1 August '22

Welsh food and drink technical professionals have been upskilled in New Product Development (NPD), thanks to the support of Project HELIX.

Food science research link agreed between Cardiff Met and Ohio State University: 28 July '22

Closer collaborative food science research is set to take place between Cardiff Metropolitan University and Ohio State University.

Project HELIX has over £235 million impact on Welsh food and drink industry: 19 July '22

To date, Project HELIX has had a hugely positive effect on the Welsh food and drink industry.

Leading expert in food safety in Wales appointed as Professor: 11 July '22

Dr Elizabeth Redmond has been appointed as Professor of Food Safety, Health and Behaviour at Cardiff Metropolitan University’s ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre.

Project HELIX named overall winner at Wales Rural Network Awards 2022: 10 June '22

The Food Innovation Wales led project picked up two awards at a ceremony celebrating projects which have benefited from the European Union’s Rural Development Programme (RDP).

5 Tips to reduce process waste in food manufacturing

We are raising awareness during Food Waste Action Week with food and drink manufacturers in Wales, as to how they can manage waste control within a factory and/or production area.

ZERO2FIVE Food and Drink Research Unit PhD Studentship

Exploration of meal-kit subscription boxes using novel technologies: implications for food safety and information provision.

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Bake off brings community and police together at Food Industry Centre: 22 September '21

The ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre at Cardiff Metropolitan recently hosted bakers from across Cardiff to compete against a South Wales Police team in a baking challenge designed to promote community cohesion.

Cardiff Met Food Science graduate completes Society for Applied Microbiology funded research project: 18 August '21

Natalie Munroe was the successful applicant and she has just finished her research project.

UK to explore global food security at Expo 2020 Dubai: 8 June '21

The programme will include a summit on sustainability and food security featuring Professor David Lloyd, Director of ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre.

ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre PhD Studentship: 17 March '21

Determination of food safety culture and behavioural compliance in Welsh catering establishments: Development of targeted approaches for improvement

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Food and drink manufacturers offered support to improve sustainability: 5 March '21

Eligible companies can receive assistance with waste reduction, process efficiency/improvement, sustainable new product development and compliance with sustainable food standards.

Are you listed in the Welsh Food and Drink Directory?: 21 January '21

Welsh food and drink manufacturers are being encouraged to take up a free listing in an online directory which allows them to promote their products to buyers.

The rise of flexitarianism:
12 January '21

Here at ZERO2FIVE we have worked with a number of companies to help them develop new products which capitalise on this increasingly important consumer trend.

EU Exit Considerations for Welsh food and drink manufacturers:
4 December '20

We’ve compiled some key considerations for Welsh food and drink manufacturing businesses to guide you through this period.

Food and Drink Wales Support Hotlines for Manufacturers:
30 November '20

In response to the current challenges, Food and Drink Wales have established support hotlines for food and drink manufacturers.

Support local with a Welsh Christmas feast:
25 November '20

With the prospect of COVID-19 restrictions still in place, supporting Welsh food and drink producers this Christmas is more important than ever.

Cardiff-Based Korean Sauce Company Picks Up Coveted Food Award: 14 October '20

Mama Halla has scooped two stars in the highly regarded Guild of Fine Foods Great Taste Awards 2020 after just six months of trading

ZERO2FIVE welcomes the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs: 7 Sep '20

Director of ZERO2FIVE, Professor David Lloyd showed the Minister around the Centre

Food Innovation Wales helps Lewis Pies stay third-party certified: 23 July '20

Food Innovation Wales has offered vital support to Welsh food and drink manufacturer Lewis Pies during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Llanelli food manufacturer supported to launch new products during COVID-19 outbreak: 01 June '20

Food Innovation Wales has provided vital technical support to Prima Foods.

COVID-19 Tool kit launched to support Welsh food and drink manufacturers: 07 May '20

Food Innovation Wales has launched a tool kit of useful templates and links to support Welsh food and drink manufacturers during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Helplines launched to support Welsh food and drink manufacturing sector during COVID-19 outbreak:
19 March '20

In this time of increased stress on the food supply chain, Food Innovation Wales has opened a Helpline in each of its geographical areas.

Sergio Ardu, Lee Pugh and Lucy Llewellyn

Trio of new appointments bolsters food industry centre technical expertise:
06 February '20

Lee Pugh, Lucy Llewellyn and Sergio Ardu will all bring different areas of technical expertise to ZERO2FIVE

£7.473bn reasons Wales’ food & drink industry must continue to thrive post-Brexit: 27 January '20

During a visit to ZERO2FIVE, the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs, Lesley Griffiths, toasted the success of Wales' food and drinks industry

ZERO2FIVE feature on Dirty Vegan season 2: 14 January '20

Food science experts from ZERO2FIVE have helped Dirty Sanchez star Matt Pritchard to complete a number of vegan food challenges.

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Check out the plant-based food brands booming in Wales:
03 January '20

From daily nutrition bars to alternative milks, take a look at the innovative plant-based food companies who have worked with Food Innovation Wales.

Allergen experts gather in Cardiff for food safety conference: 25 October '19

Almost 200 food and drink industry professionals from across Wales have attended a conference focusing on the important role of allergens in food manufacturing and wider society

Handwashing techniques still not up to scratch according to Cardiff Met research: 15 Oct '19

Research by ZERO2FIVE has found that that despite increased awareness of the importance of handwashing, people are still not using adequate techniques.

Cracking news for Welsh food company: 6 October '19

Cradoc’s Savoury Biscuits is celebrating after attaining SALSA certification with the support of ZERO2FIVE

ZERO2FIVE PhD student receives award for contribution towards sustainability: 24 September '19

Emma Samuel has received an award for the contribution her research is making towards sustainability in food and drink manufacturing in Wales.

ZERO2FIVE has strong research presence at international food safety conference: 21 August '19

Representatives from ZERO2FIVE shared their latest research at the International Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting which was held in Louisville, Kentucky

Over £110 million boost to the Welsh food and drink industry thanks to Project HELIX: 23 July 2019

A new report shows that Project HELIX has already had an impact of over £110 million since its launch three years ago.

Food Centre Wales share cheese expertise with Food Innovation Wales partners: 05 August 2019

Cheese manufacturing experts from Food Centre Wales have shared their expertise with Food Innovation Wales partners from ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre.

Project Hexagon helps Welsh bakeries respond to health challenges: 12 July 2019

A Welsh Government funded project has helped bakery companies to incorporate innovative ingredients into their products to make them healthier.

International food conference held in Wales for the first time: 05 July 2019

Academics from around the world have congregated in Wales to discuss how food can help make society more hospitable.

ZERO2FIVE's Dr Ellen Evans appears on BBC Radio Wales: 29 June 2019

Listen to Dr Ellen Evans discuss the need for hygiene ratings on food delivery apps (listen from 1:07:35).

Chinese Vice-Premier visits ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre: 19 June 2019

Cardiff Metropolitan University welcomed Hu Chunhua, Vice-Premier of the People's Republic of China along with other senior politicians and VIPs from the People's Republic of China and Welsh Government.

Cardiff Met students help the Welsh food and drink industry to innovate: 22 May 2019

Food science and nutrition students have developed a range of innovative food and drink products in response to briefs from the Welsh food and drink industry.

ZERO2FIVE shares its latest research at European conference: 02 May 2019

ZERO2FIVE presented their latest research at the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) European Symposium on Food Safety in Nantes, France.

World renowned restaurateur inspires next generation of Welsh food talent: 6 April 2019

Renowned Scandinavian restaurateur, Claus Meyer, visited food science, hospitality and catering students at Cardiff Metropolitan University last month.

Cardiff Met Design students in foodie design partnership for The Parsnipship: 26 March 2019

Second Year Cardiff School of Art & Design students have developed sustainable packaging for Welsh food brand The Parsnipship

Food Innovation Wales joins the EIT Food community: 14 March 2019

Food Innovation Wales has become a Network Partner in EIT Food, Europe’s leading food innovation initiative.

Innovation is at the heart of our Welsh food and drink success story: 15 March 2019

£82 million boost to Welsh food and drink industry thanks to Project HELIX.

Cardiff Metropolitan University experts appear on BBC’s first vegan cookery show

Dirty Vegan features food science experts from Cardiff Metropolitan University who advise Dirty Sanchez star Matt Pritchard.

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Welsh Christmas food and drink product round-up: 10 December 2018

Here’s a round-up of some of the exciting Christmas products that are being launched by companies we’ve worked with as part of Project HELIX

ZERO2FIVE PhD student is an environmental health rising star: 07 December 2018

Emma Samuel has been recognised as a rising star at the prestigious Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Excellence Awards 2018.

Vegan start-up shortlisted for award thanks to invaluable support: 19 October 2018

Kind Protein has been shortlisted for an innovation award after just four months’ of trading following support from ZERO2FIVE.

ZERO2FIVE expert features on BBC Radio 4's The Food Programe: 05 September 2018

Dr Vitti Allender, an expert in food law at ZERO2FIVE, appears on the latest episode of Radio 4's The Food Programme which investigates the world of food and drink labelling.

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Project HELIX innovation boosts Welsh food and drink industry: 06 August 2018

A newly-launched report shows how Project HELIX has delivered over £44m impact to the Welsh food and drink industry in its first two years of operation.

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Is your fridge making you ill? How to avoid the risk of food poisoning: 22 April 2018

Read more about the latest research from Dr Ellen Evans which will appear on BBC One's Rip Off Britain on Thursday 26 April.

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Food Innovation Wales helps put Welsh produce on the world stage: 09 March 2018

Food Innovation Wales has launched Wales’ first comprehensive digital food and drink producers’ directory.

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BBC documentary shows collaboration between ZERO2FIVE and Dr Beynon's Bug Farm: 10 December 2017

Would you eat insects? Find out what the sensory panel at ZERO2FIVE thought in this BBC documentary.

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Children risk health as sport drinks' marketing is misunderstood: 23 June 2017

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Cardiff Met’s ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre one of three development partners of £21 million food innovation project: 31 March 2017

A new £21 million programme to strengthen Wales' food and drink sector is expected to safeguard 2,000 jobs and deliver over £100 million for the Welsh economy.

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Rt Hon. Andrea Leadsom MP visits Cardiff Metropolitan University: 02 February 2017

Rt Hon. Andrea Leadsom MP, Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, visited the University's ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre to learn about key Welsh food and drink projects and discuss some of the main sector challenges posed by the UK's forthcoming exit from the EU.

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Julie Morgan AM visits Cardiff Metropolitan University:
27 January 2017

Cardiff North AM, Julie Morgan, visited the University's ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre in her role as Chair of the Welsh Government's European Evaluation Committee.

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David Lloyd appointed Vice Chairman of the Wales Food and Drink Industry Board

David Lloyd, Director of the Food Industry Centre at Cardiff Metropolitan University, has been appointed Vice Chairman of the Wales Food and Drink Industry Board.

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Martin Sutherland appointed to the newly created role of Head of Business and Marketing Consultancy at ZERO2FIVE

This role will further strengthen the ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre by providing commercial and marketing consultancy support for businesses.

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News Articles

Tackling skill shortages on the agenda at second Welsh Baking Conference​: 19​​ March '24

Welsh food and drink companies benefit from funded waste reduction support​: 14​ March '24

Welsh Baking Industry to Gather for Second Annual Conference​​​: ​​26​ January '24

ZERO2FIVE’s Professor David Lloyd elected Chair of the Food and Drink Wales Industry Board​​​: ​​12 January '24

How Food Innovation Wales is helping the food and drink sector grow​​​: ​​12 January '24

UK food safety experts gather in Cardiff to discuss food safety resilie​nce​: ​​23 November '23

14 September '23​

Researchers distribute free fridge thermometers at Amgueddfa Cymr​u Food Festival as part of mass food safety experiment: ​30 August '23

Project HELIX delivers over £355 million ​​impact to Welsh food and drink industry: 14​ August '23

New record high for Welsh Food and Drink exports: 25 July '23

Project HELIX Overview ​June 2016 – June 2023​

ZERO2FIVE receives Applied Microbiology International funding for summer scholarship: 26 June '23

ZERO2FIVE signs up to Institute of Food Science and Technology Group Scheme: 13 March '23

Welsh bakers and students gather to discuss the latest baking industry trends: 15 February '23

The Welsh firms adapting and innovating in the face of the economic crisis: 25 November '22

Food safety experts gather in Cardiff for conference: 17 November '22

How our Perceptual Experience Laboratory supports innovation: 17 November '22

Top Bakery Trends 2023 revealed: 16 November '22

Just Love Food Company delivers 65% growth with support from Project HELIX: 10 November '22

Cardiff Met Food Science master’s graduate named baking industry rising star: 25 October '22

Brecon food business delivers growth with support from Project HELIX: 11 October '22

Cardiff Met Food Science master’s graduate named “future superstar” of the baking industry: 08 September '22

UK food safety conference to be held in-person for the first time since 2019: 25 August '22

ZERO2FIVE launches new aroma and flavour testing services for Welsh SMEs: 15 August '22

New Product Development day upskills Welsh food and drink professionals: 1 August '22

Food science research link agreed between Cardiff Met and Ohio State University: 28 July '22

Project HELIX has over £235 million impact on Welsh food and drink industry: 19 July '22

Leading expert in food safety in Wales appointed as Professor: 11 July '22

Project HELIX named overall winner at Wales Rural Network Awards 2022: 10 June '22

5 Tips to reduce process waste in food manufacturing

ZERO2FIVE Food and Drink Research Unit PhD Studentship

Bake off brings community and police together at Food Industry Centre: 22 September '21

Cardiff Met Food Science graduate completes Society for Applied Microbiology funded research project: 18 August '21

UK to explore global food security at Expo 2020 Dubai: 8 June '21

ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre PhD Studentship: 17 March '21

Food and drink manufacturers offered support to improve sustainability: 5 March '21

Are you listed in the Welsh Food and Drink Directory?: 21 January '21

The rise of flexitarianism: 12 January '21

EU Exit Considerations for Welsh food and drink manufacturers: 4 December '20

Food and Drink Wales Support Hotlines for Manufacturers: 30 November '20

Support local with a Welsh Christmas feast: 25 November '20

Cardiff-Based Korean Sauce Company Picks Up Coveted Food Award: 14 October '20

ZERO2FIVE welcomes the Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs: 7 Sep '20

Food Innovation Wales helps Lewis Pies stay third-party certified: 23 July '20

Llanelli food manufacturer supported to launch new products during COVID-19 outbreak: 01 June '20

COVID-19 Tool kit launched to support Welsh food and drink manufacturers: 07 May '20

Helplines launched to support Welsh food and drink manufacturing sector during COVID-19 outbreak: 19 March '20

Trio of new appointments bolsters food industry centre technical expertise: 06 February '20

£7.473bn reasons Wales’ food & drink industry must continue to thrive post-Brexit: 27 January '20

ZERO2FIVE feature on Dirty Vegan season 2: 14 January '20

Check out the plant-based food brands booming in Wales: 03 January '20

Allergen experts gather in Cardiff for food safety conference: 25 October '19

Handwashing techniques still not up to scratch according to Cardiff Met research: 15 Oct '19

Cracking news for Welsh food company: 6 October '19

ZERO2FIVE PhD student receives award for contribution towards sustainability: 24 September '19

ZERO2FIVE has strong research presence at international food safety conference: 21 August '19

Over £110 million boost to the Welsh food and drink industry thanks to Project HELIX: 23 July 2019

Food Centre Wales share cheese expertise with Food Innovation Wales partners: 05 August 2019

Project Hexagon helps Welsh bakeries respond to health challenges: 12 July 2019

International food conference held in Wales for the first time: 05 July 2019

ZERO2FIVE's Dr Ellen Evans appears on BBC Radio Wales: 29 June 2019

Chinese Vice-Premier visits ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre: 19 June 2019

Cardiff Met students help the Welsh food and drink industry to innovate: 22 May 2019

ZERO2FIVE shares its latest research at European conference: 02 May 2019

World renowned restaurateur inspires next generation of Welsh food talent: 6 April 2019

Cardiff Met Design students in foodie design partnership for The Parsnipship: 26 March 2019

Food Innovation Wales joins the EIT Food community: 14 March 2019

Innovation is at the heart of our Welsh food and drink success story: 15 March 2019

Cardiff Metropolitan University experts appear on BBC’s first vegan cookery show

Welsh Christmas food and drink product round-up: 10 December 2018

ZERO2FIVE PhD student is an environmental health rising star: 07 December 2018

Vegan start-up shortlisted for award thanks to invaluable support: 19 October 2018

ZERO2FIVE expert features on BBC Radio 4's The Food Programe: 05 September 2018

Project HELIX innovation boosts Welsh food and drink industry: 06 August 2018

Is your fridge making you ill? How to avoid the risk of food poisoning: 22 April 2018

Food Innovation Wales helps put Welsh produce on the world stage: 09 March 2018

BBC documentary shows collaboration between ZERO2FIVE and Dr Beynon's Bug Farm: 10 December 2017

Children risk health as sport drinks' marketing is misunderstood: 23 June 2017

Cardiff Met’s ZERO2FIVE Food Industry Centre one of three development partners of £21 million food innovation project: 31 March 2017

Tackling skill shortages on the agenda at second Welsh Baking Conference: 19 March '24

Welsh food and drink companies benefit from funded waste reduction support: 14 March '24

Welsh Baking Industry to Gather for Second Annual Conference: 26 January '24

ZERO2FIVE’s Professor David Lloyd elected Chair of the Food and Drink Wales Industry Board: 12 January '24

How Food Innovation Wales is helping the food and drink sector grow: 12 January '24

UK food safety experts gather in Cardiff to discuss food safety resilience: 23 November '23

14 September '23

Researchers distribute free fridge thermometers at Amgueddfa Cymru Food Festival as part of mass food safety experiment:
30 August '23

Project HELIX delivers over £355 million impact to Welsh food and drink industry: 14 August '23

Project HELIX Overview
June 2016 – June 2023

The rise of flexitarianism:
12 January '21

EU Exit Considerations for Welsh food and drink manufacturers:
4 December '20

Food and Drink Wales Support Hotlines for Manufacturers:
30 November '20

Support local with a Welsh Christmas feast:
25 November '20

Helplines launched to support Welsh food and drink manufacturing sector during COVID-19 outbreak:
19 March '20

Trio of new appointments bolsters food industry centre technical expertise:
06 February '20

Check out the plant-based food brands booming in Wales:
03 January '20

Julie Morgan AM visits Cardiff Metropolitan University:
27 January 2017