Kintyre's Local Bounty: Mapping Our Food Heritage

Land Harvest

• Dairy products and cheeses
• Highland beef
• Lamb
• Vegetables and herbs
• Fruit orchards
• Heritage grains
• Local honey

Sea Harvest

• Fresh fish
• Shellfish
• Seaweed products
• Seasonal catches
• Traditional fishing methods

Local Production

• Springbank Whisky
• Glen Scotia Distillery
• Beinn an Tuirc Gin
• Local breweries
• Artisan bakers
• Small-batch producers
• Food preservers

Farm Direct

• Farm shops
• Gate sales
• Local markets
• Box schemes
• Seasonal availability
• Community supported agriculture

Food Traditions

• Traditional recipes
• Seasonal specialties
• Local delicacies
• Food preservation methods
• Community food events

Distribution Networks

• Local shops stocking local produce
• Delivery services
• Market days
• Food cooperatives
• Farm to restaurant connections

Supporting Projects

• Community gardens
• Food education
• Cooking workshops
• Food waste reduction
• Local food initiatives

Future Development

• Food sovereignty projects
• Supply chain improvements
• Producer collaborations
• New product development
• Market expansion opportunities

Each producer and product tells part of Kintyre's food story - from sea to shore, field to fork. Help us map our local food system and strengthen our food security.

Sea Harvest

• Carradale Fish: Fresh catches daily
• West Coast Fish: Local boats, local knowledge
• Shellfish gatherers
• Tarbert's fishing fleet
• Traditional smoking methods

Land Harvest

• First Milk (Campbeltown Creamery heritage)
• Glenbarr Farming: Vegetables & herbs
• High Bellochantuy Farm produce
• Local lamb producers
• Highland cattle rearers
• Free-range egg producers

Local Producers

• Springbank Distillery
• Glen Scotia Distillery
• Beinn an Tuirc Gin
• Argyll Bakeries
• The Fresh Connection
• Local honey producers
• Home bakers network

Markets & Shops

• Food Co-op initiatives
• Farmers' markets
• Kintyre Larder
• Farm gate sales
• Local butchers
• Independent grocers
• Seasonal pop-ups

New & Traditional

• Heritage recipe preservation
• Modern food innovation
• Seasonal celebrations
• Zero waste initiatives
• Food education
• Cooking workshops

Distribution Points

• Direct from producer
• Local shops
• Home delivery services
• Restaurant supply
• Community food hubs

Because Kintyre's food isn't just produce - it's our heritage, our future, and our daily connection to land and sea. Each product tells a story of tradition, innovation, and the people who grow, catch, make, and share our local bounty.

Sea Harvest

• Carradale Fish: Fresh daily catches
• West Coast Fish
• Traditional smoking methods
• Shellfish gatherers
• Seasonal catches
• Seaweed products

Land Harvest

• First Milk heritage
• Glenbarr Farming vegetables & herbs
• High Bellochantuy Farm produce
• Highland beef producers
• Local lamb
• Free-range eggs
• Local honey
• Heritage grains

Local Production

• Springbank Whisky
• Glen Scotia Distillery
• Beinn an Tuirc Gin
• Argyll Bakeries
• The Fresh Connection
• Artisan producers
• Small-batch creators
• Food preservers

Distribution Network

• Food Co-op initiatives
• Farmers' markets
• Farm gate sales
• Local butchers
• Independent grocers
• Home delivery services
• Restaurant suppliers
• Community food hubs

Food Heritage

• Traditional recipes
• Seasonal specialties
• Local delicacies
• Preservation methods
• Community food events
• Cooking workshops
• Recipe sharing

Supporting Initiatives

• Community gardens
• Food education
• Zero waste projects
• Local food security
• Producer collaborations
• Supply chain development
• Market expansion opportunities

Each product and producer adds to Kintyre's rich food story - from sea to shore, field to fork. Help us map and strengthen our local food system.