As a producer’s co-operative of over 120 members, PIN is the only organisation in the country to be led by producers, for producers, with the aim of promoting the distinctiveness of the local area in which it operates. PIN’s overall aim is to revitalize the rural economy, through a community development model that is led by members of rural communities rather than imposed upon them.
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Produced in Norfolk is a producers' co-operative, launched in May 2005 and made possible by funding from defra, Norfolk businesses and local people working voluntarily in the County.
We actively promote products that are genuinely made in the County and work to open new markets for Norfolk businesses locally, nationally and abroad. We link consumers to the skilled local people who are our members and research markets to gain a better understanding of consumers needs and respond appropriately.
Opportunities to network across the County and in more local groups encourage the development of local supply chains and provide business support. We facilitate training across a wide spectrum, often at no or little cost to participants and offer help and advice on marketing and increasing sales, together with regular members newsletters
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We anticipate that the success of this project will safeguard over 1000 rural jobs in the County, create more sustainable tourism and lead to a more sustainable rural economy for communities in Norfolk.
Produced In Norfolk (PIN) is a Social Enterprise founded in 2005 to promote and support local producers that are genuinely making their products within the County of Norfolk.
