Food and drink businesses across Devon are invited to a practical event focused on building resilience, adapting to change and finding new growth opportunities.
Hosted by Devon Food Partnership and Food Drink Devon, the People Planet Profit event takes place on 29 September 2026 at The Corn Barn, Cullompton. It brings together businesses and industry experts to discuss challenges and opportunities for the sector in a changing climate.
The event will cover topics including managing the impacts of heatwaves and severe weather, building resilient operations and supply chains, supporting staff wellbeing, and identifying new opportunities and profitable innovations.
Speakers include representatives from Sharpham Cheese, Do Good Things Farm, Barbers Chocolate, The Bull Inn, Empire Services, the Met Office, Granny Gothards and Duchy College. The event will be hosted by MC Kelly.
Alongside presentations, delegates can take part in two panel discussions, hear from local businesses, and network with others in Devon's food and drink sector.
Attendees will also learn about funded business support programmes available to Devon businesses, and enjoy refreshments during the day.
The event aims to provide practical solutions and ideas that businesses can apply within their own organisations, helping them prepare for future challenges while identifying opportunities for sustainable growth.
People Planet Profit: Food & Drink Business Event takes place on 29 September 2026 at The Corn Barn, Cullompton.
For tickets and further information, book via Eventbrite.
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Devon Food and Drink Businesses to Build Climate Resilience