Directory promotes use of Sussex food and drink

A directory to encourage food and drink outlets in Sussex to use more local products has been launched.

It is part of the Sussex Six campaign, which began in 2023 with the aim of getting shops, pubs and restaurants to stock at least six locally sourced products.

The directory lists over 600 producers in sectors such as bakery, fruit and veg, meat and poultry, dairy, and alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

The campaign already has the support of local authorities in Sussex.

James Partridge, lead for governance, waste and local economy at Wealden District Council, said: “Wealden has a wide range of fantastic food and drink producers and some great shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes.

“If they all took on just six more local products, they would help each other grow, employ more local people and reduce our impact on the environment.”

Ian Gibson, Mid Sussex District Council’s cabinet member for sustainable economy and housing, said: “We want to encourage more businesses to sign the pledge to serve and sell more local produce, and urge members of the local community to buy local and support these businesses.

“It’s good for our local community, and it’s good for the environment.”