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There is a growing interest in connecting food production and environmental management.

Savouring the distinctive local foods of the Peak District area helps to care for its wonderful landscape formed by centuries of food production.

The Peak District Foods website has information about local food producers and food businesses.

A partnership of organisations, including Derbyshire County Council and the district and borough councils works to support and develop the local retail economy through a Shop Smart - Shop Local campaign.

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Big Barn

Help in finding good, safe, accountable food from local sources.

LEAF - Linking Environment And Farming

Demonstrates Integrated Farming Management principles through a nationwide network of volunteer Demonstration Farms that provide working examples of how Integrated Farming can produce affordable food in harmony with the environment. Contact

National Farmers' Retail & Markets Association (FARMA)

Co-operative of farmers, producers selling on a local scale, and farmers' markets organisers.

Organic Farmers and Growers

Organic certification body - carries out the inspection and licensing of organic farming and food processing across the UK.

Peak District Environmental Quality Mark

A certification mark that can only be achieved by businesses that actively support good environmental practices in the Peak District National Park.

Peak District Foods

A group of local food producers and food businesses based in and around the Peak District.

Retail Survival

Marketing surgeries for retailers in Derbyshire's Market Towns. Improve the health and vitality of your shop and make your business fit and able to survive.

Rural Community Shops (formerly ViRSA)

VIRSA supports rural communities wanting to set up and run a community owned shop.

Soil Association

Campaigning and certification organisation for organic food and farming

Sustain

Advocates food and agriculture policies and practices that enhance the health and welfare of people and animals, improve the working and living environment, promote equity and enrich society and culture.

Taste of Staffordshire

Celebrates the distinctiveness of Staffordshire food and drink, from international cuisine to traditional recipes. Guide to Eating Out in Staffordshire.