The Healthy Living Programme (HLP) team successfully participated in the recent Scottish Grocers' Federation (SGF) Annual Conference, using the event as a key opportunity to connect with independent retailers and promote the accessibility of fresh fruit and vegetables in local convenience stores.
Engaging Retailers with a Taste of Produce
The HLP stand focused its efforts on a simple, interactive goal: encouraging attendees to think about their daily intake with the question, “Can You Manage 5 a Day???”
To spark conversation and demonstrate the ease of healthy choices, the team provided samples of fresh fruit for attendees to enjoy. This direct engagement ensured that those visiting the stand received a practical reminder of the programme's mission, while also helping them achieve one of their own recommended daily portions of produce.
Reinforcing the Value of Local Access
For the Healthy Living Programme, the SGF Conference served as a vital platform to reinforce the message that independent convenience retailers are essential partners in community health.
The HLP team works hard to support these local stores in expanding and enhancing their offerings of fresh produce. By engaging directly with SGF members, the team highlighted the importance of increasing the range and visibility of fruit and vegetables, thereby making healthier choices more convenient and accessible for customers across Scotland.
The Healthy Living Programme is grateful to everyone who visited the stand and looks forward to continuing its collaboration with the retail sector to drive positive dietary changes.
