New Publication: The food and drink industry in Wales (02/11/2017)

Published 02/11/2017   |   Last Updated 27/05/2021   |   Reading Time minutes

The Cabinet Secretary for Environment and Rural Affairs, Lesley Griffiths AM, is due to make an oral statement on the food and drink industry in the Assembly on 7 November. This briefing provides an overview of the food and drink industry in Wales, including key facts about the economic importance of the sector, and targets for its growth. It details Welsh Government strategy for the industry, outlines recent progress on delivering the strategy, and highlights areas likely to be affected by the UK’s exit from the European Union. It also outlines support available for businesses in the food and drink industry.

New Publication: The food and drink industry in Wales (PDF, 1,697KB)


National Assembly for Wales Research Service