There will be an exciting array of new and growing Welsh food and drink businesses in the Food Hall in this year’s Royal Welsh Show.

The Cywain stand (number 63) will spotlight fourteen up-and-coming producers during the show, providing them with a platform to test trade their skills and showcase their products to an audience of thousands.

The Cywain programme works with food and drink producers across Wales, helping them grow and develop their businesses.

Giving fledgling producers the opportunity to test their retail skills and supporting them at events such as the Royal Welsh Show is part of Cywain’s portfolio of business support, including marketing, brand development, commercial competance, and finance.

Alex James, Cywain Programme Manager, said, “The Royal Welsh Food Hall is a hugely important showcase for Welsh food and drink producers, and once again, we are delighted to welcome a wonderful group of producers to the stand.

“Since 2018, more than 120 Welsh food and drink businesses have been spotlighted on the Cywain stand at the Royal Welsh Show and Winter Fair.

"Many have gone on to greater things – including having individual stands in the Food Hall – and as a team we are always thrilled to see the support they have received contributing to their success.”

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One of the businesses being highlighted is the Dell Vineyard based in Powys who will have a place on Wednesday July 24.

Nestled between the beautiful Usk and Wye Valleys, The Dell Vineyard produces award-winning wine.

The Alford family has farmed the land at Raglan for five generations and planted their vineyard in 2022 with 5,000 Pinot Noir and Solaris vines.

This year they planted a further two acres of vines - including new varieties of Cabaret Noir, Pinot Meurniere and Souvignier Gris – taking the vineyard’s coverage to five acres and 8,000 vines.

The family also leases a nearby established vineyard with 1,700 Pinot Noir, Seyval Blanc, and Phoenix vines.

The Dell’s wine includes Y Gwyllgi  (red), Clidda Gawr (sparkling white), Yr Afanc (white) and Y Lleidr – winner of the Best Still Rosé title at the 2023 Welsh Vineyard Association awards.