Produced in Kent are here to help you grow, learn and sell more...
Reasons to Join Us
Our members have exclusive access to retail buyers, distributers, taste and branding experts
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TAILORED MARKETING: Your own page on the Produced in Kent website, 24 opportunities a year to be included in our newsletters, social media content creation, use of the Produced in Kent logo, inclusion in exclusive features in other publications and with our partners.
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MEET THE EXPERTS: Your chance to get in front of experts and directly pitch to them. We have events with judges from the Great Taste Awards, branding experts with national brand experience, buyers from retailers such as Tesco, Macknade and Fortnum & Mason and distributors such as Q Catering and Curd & Cure.
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LEARN AT LUNCH WORKSHOPS: Practical online bitesize training to help inform and upskill you and your workforce on topics such as Shopify, SALSA accreditation, artificial intelligence, pricing strategies, B Corp status and sources of funding.
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NETWORKING: Themed networking events at exciting venues where you can connect to your fellow members to build your connections and experience something new.
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SUPPORT: The Produced in Kent team are led by Jill and Jo. They are always on hand to offer advice, signposting and support, especially access to retail opportunities, food fairs, funding and connections to our partners and experts.
The team at PinK do an amazing job at supporting local producers. As newcomers to the Kent area their support in connecting us with other local businesses, and providing opportunities to network and sell our products is invaluable. They are always up to date with everything that is going on and are instrumental in promoting and supporting businesses.Maya at Mont58 Coffee
How to Join
Join us TODAY to amplify Produced in Kent’s collective voice, take advantage of our many membership benefits and help us drive environmental, social and economic sustainability in Kent.
Whether you're a start-up or an established business, our goal is to support your journey to success.
Simply fill out our membership assessment form. It is easy to use and gives you instant clarity on eligibility and annual fees. We offer all our members a monthly payment option.
View the ‘How to’ document here
We will check whether you meet the criteria for membership and contact you to arrange a call or meeting. To get to know you and your business and to make sure we are the right fit for your business.
Non-Food & Drink Businesses
If you are not a food & drink producer but create craft or lifestyle & home products, and would like to join Produced in Kent, you may be eligible for 'Associate Membership'.
Associate membership benefits and costs differ slightly to full membership ones. You can find out more by reading the Associate Member pack below.
Pricing
Your subscription will run for 12 calendar months from the date of your application. All subscriptions are subject to VAT whether or not your business is VAT registered. Monthly subscription payments operate through Stripe.
Select your business category below to see eligibility and pricing:
If you would rather talk to us about membership email jill.sargent@producedinkent.co.uk or call 01732 853170
Food & Drink Pricing
Annual Turnover
Annual Membership
£0 - £85,000
£300
£85,001 - £250,000
£400
£250,001 - £500,000
£500
£500,001 - £1,000,000
£600
£1,000,001 - £5,000,000
£700
£5,000,000 - £1,000,000,000
£800
Access our Audience
Our audience is spread between our website, 15k mailing list, and 4 social media channels.
Produced in Kent members can utilise our reach via their web listing, news, events & themed features on the website, custom social posts, likes and shares, as well as our twice monthly newsletter.
In addition to these opportunites, we also run Instagram giveaways to boost your followers, and work with partners like Visit Kent & Southeastern to offer you other chances to expand your reach and gain even more exposure.
You can find our Marketing Calendar here.
FAQs
Q. What is Produced in Kent?
A. We are Kent’s membership organisation for the local independent food, drink & craft industry, representing over 300 growers, producers, makers, manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, pubs, restaurants and other food-serving hospitality outlets.
Q. Who can become a member?
A. Members can be any Kent based business, growing, using or serving local food & drink. Associate members can be any Kent business creating & selling a product that fits the Lifestyle & Home category.
Q. Can I use the Produced in Kent logo?
A. Only once you are a Member/Associate Member. It's a registered Trademark and exclusive to our members.
Q. How much does membership cost
A. Subscriptions are turnover based, starting from £300 for members & £150 for Associate Members. We offer monthly payment options at no extra cost.
Q. Are there any discounts available?
A. If you're a start-up business under 2 years old or a charity, we may be able to offer a special rate, please get in touch.
Q. I’d like to talk to someone about my business and how I could benefit from being a member – who do I contact?
A. Just use the link below to find our contact details and either email us or call the office.
Q. I am not a food and drink business but I have a product or service that’s important to the sector, can I join?
A. We have a range of Industry Partners that we work with, who provide support, advice and offers to our members. Contact us to discuss if this is right for you.
Industry Partners
An industry partner can be any for-profit or not-for-profit business supplying food industry-related services, who wishes to work more closely with Produced in Kent, benefit from the use of its brand and access its membership network.
If you would like to find out more please call us on 01732 853170 to arrange a meeting.