Winter Food Festival 2010 - Sunday 21st Nov 

The Winter Food Festival will again coincide with the nearby switch on of Leicester City's Christmas lights.
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FARMA reports that nearly a third (30%) of shoppers say they have specifically purchased locally produced food over the last month, double the number in 2006, according to new consumer research released by IGD.

Support for ethically produced foods in general has withstood the pressures of an 18-month recession and is in fact growing, despite the tough economic conditions.

When asked about food they have specifically purchased over the last month, shoppers responded:

• 30% said locally produced food (up from 15% in 2006)
• 27% Fairtrade products (up from 9%)
• 18% products with high animal welfare standards (up from 11%)
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Have you ever thought of why growing, buying and eating local food is so good for us:

Read our top ten reasons why....

1. Local food is fresh, tasty, good quality and you know where its come from. Our producers do not use any artificial colourings or flavourings in their products.

Locally-grown food and drink is actually benefiting in the recession as people are motivated to support the local economy and preserve jobs in their region, according to a new report.