Island producers say 'Food Matters'

Thursday, 6 November 2014 00:00

Local producers are giving a new food and drink strategy for the Island the 'thumbs up'.

If it's approved by Tynwald, 'Food Matters' is expected to grow the industry by £50 million over the next 10-years.

Environment, Food and Agriculture Minister Richard Ronan says he believes it's a feasible target:

Miles Pettit is the founder of Noa Bakehouse - he says it's a useful guide to help Manx businesses secure their place in growing markets:

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