October 2026 Welcome to the very first edition of Quick Bite, your new source of news and insights from Red Tractor.Designed to be quick and easy to digest, Quick Bite brings together the latest market developments, industry news and technical guidance in one convenient place. Whether you're l
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October 2026

Welcome to the very first edition of Quick Bite, your new source of news and insights from Red Tractor.


Designed to be quick and easy to digest, Quick Bite brings together the latest market developments, industry news and technical guidance in one convenient place. 


Whether you're looking to stay on top of what's happening across the supply chain or get the most from your Red Tractor licence, Quick Bite will keep you informed and connected throughout the year.


We hope you enjoy this first edition and find it a useful source of information going forward. Thanks for being part of the Red Tractor community.

Headline Bites

Why British food matters more than ever

Love British Food Fortnight is back - just as a growing focus on public procurement places school meals in the spotlight. As the campaign's Lead Assurance Partner, we explored how assured British sourcing can support both healthier diets and British farming.

What does your Red Tractor Licence deliver?


From opening doors to new markets and customers, to strengthening trust in British food, being a Red Tractor licensee is about more than meeting a specification. Discover the value your licence delivers to your business everyday.

Look out for Red Tractor on TV


Our TV advert returns this November and December and will reach more than 25 million viewers. Supported by in-store advertising, the advert drives awareness of the trusted standards behind the Red Tractor logo and encourages shoppers to look for it when they shop.

What do consumers really think about the food they buy?

The latest Trust in Food Index reveals how confidence in British food is holding up, where trust is growing, and where concerns remain. Download the insights to discover what today's consumer attitudes mean for your business or brand.

Interested to know how the findings might impact your business? We are available to present the Trust in Food Index results to your organisation. 

Get in touch to arrange a session.

Help shape the standards that support your business

Last month, we invited Red Tractor licensees in the beef & lamb and dairy sectors, to share their views as part of our latest standards consultation. It's a valuable opportunity to ensure Red Tractor farm standards continue to deliver value across the supply chain.


Whether you're a licensee, processor, brand or retailer, we want to hear from you. Review the proposals and share your feedback.


Consultations in poultry, pigs, fresh produce and combinable crops sectors will open in November. Your feedback plays a crucial role in ensuring Red Tractor farm standards remain practical, proportionate and aligned with the needs of today's supply chain, so please take the opportunity to have your say.

Tech Bite

Save time with Red Tractor Checkers & Services


Did you know our Checkers & Services tool includes a historic date checker, helping businesses to quickly access assurance information and support traceability enquiries? Find out how to make the most of the free-to-use service.

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