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Regional Climate Hubs — local support for climate action
Regional Climate Hubs meet each community’s needs and tailor approaches to local climate action. Scotland has 24 climate hubs, one for every region, so support is available close to home.
Free check of soil-quality
Would you like to know more about the quality of the soil where your organisation operates?
Sound Bites Festival
Alloa First is once again hosting it's Sound Bites Festival in March 2026 at Alloa Town Centre. The Sound Bites Festival is a collaborative, community festival to promote sales of local produce. Date: Saturday, 28 March 2026 Time: 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM Location: Alloa...
Solsgirth Home Farm Wins The Scottish Thistle Award as Best Community Tourism & Events Initiative
Thank you for this incredible honour! This is a testament to our amazing team at Solsgirth Home Farm.
Mum’s The Word, New Premises
Mum’s the Word have been granted planning permission to open new premises.
Frozen Christmas Meals from FVC
Fresh Christmas meals made by Forth Valley College students and staff are available again this Christmas Forth Valley College (FVC) has worked with local charities over the past few years providing frozen Christmas Dinners that can be reheated on the day. This has...
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Forth Valley Food Futures
Find out what’s going on across the Forth Valley. We’ll be spotlighting local events and clubs, as well as sharing useful resources for growing food at home, reducing waste, and buying local.
Are you hosting a food related event in Forth Valley?
We’re interested in promoting anything that increases community access to food, celebrates our local producers, and upskills people in cooking and growing.
Additionally anything relatable to our 6 key themes of work;
- Good Food Movement
- Sustainable Food Economy
- Food for the Planet
- Catering and Procurement
- Healthy Food for All
- Food Governance and Strategy
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