Use this form to apply to pitch your brand at the Bread & Jam Festival 2024. You must have a ticket to apply. Applications close on Monday 8th July at 10am. All eligible applications will be viewed by the buyer. You will be emailed a copy of your application after submitting, please note we are unable to make any changes on your behalf once you submit.
Co-op's incubator programme 'The apiary' is designed to support and mentor innovative and exciting smaller-scale suppliers. The programme offers tailored and dedicated support including mentoring, advice on all aspects of the product journey, industry and consumer insight, workshops, technical hints and tips and access to the convenience retailer’s experienced and dedicated buying teams. The apiary buyers are looking for suppliers aligned with our vision of ‘Co-operating for a Fairer World’ – suppliers must be placing their values, ethics and principles are the heart of their business, as well as demonstrating they go ‘above and beyond’ to be an impactful purpose led business. They are open to products across chilled, ambient and frozen temperature regimes, that fit within their ‘Pure Convenience’ strategy and make sense for a Convenience retailer. Suppliers must be accredited by or working towards SALSA as a minimum.
Pitching is sponsored by NielsenIQ. Their Small & Medium Business Team is dedicated to supporting challenger brands in their growth journey through data and category insights.
*If you are applying on behalf of a brand, please note you need one ticket per brand.