A number of farmers who have decided to take a step in diversification are enjoying early
success.

Farmhouse Ice Cream, (a Dutch based Company) has been very successful in working with
farmers to produce the highest quality ice cream. For over 11 years Farmhouse Ice Cream
has provided the expertise to help farmers receive an excellent return for their milk. Now
recognised as one of the fastest growing ice cream chains in Europe and with more and
more farmers setting up in the UK and Ireland the signs are good for the farmers.

When asking some farmers what they thought contributed to their early success,

Sue from The Isle of White said -
”The reaction that we have had from local shops, restaurants and pubs has been very
positive. I really enjoy making the ice cream and sorbets and so many people have said
that it's the best ice cream and sorbet they have ever tasted which is great to hear”.

The concept of Farmhouse Ice Cream is to use as many natural ingredients from the
region as possible when the farmers make their ice cream and sorbets.

When asked to comment Peter from Scotland said-
”People in The Highlands of Scotland are very loyal and like to support local businesses
whenever possible and when they saw the article written about us in the local paper we
were inundated with enquiries. Another aspect of the Farmhouse Ice Cream concept
provides farmers with additional piece of mind when embarking on their new venture. This
is a contractual agreement that guarantees the farmer exclusively to manufacture and sell
their Farmhouse Ice Cream and sorbet in a area”.

Jo from Scotland said-
”that the guarantee of our own area was very important when making the final decision
and although the concept has similarities it should not to be confused with a franchise
operation. It’s our business and our profit. I have found the back up that Farmhouse
Ice Cream provides my business very helpful and they are always available to discuss or to
provide new sales and marketing ideas. Just recently I had an idea for a Cranach Cream
ice cream which I discussed with Farmhouse Ice Cream and their specialists were able to
develop my idea and now I have my own signature ice cream”.

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If you would like to know more about Farmhouse Ice Cream and find out if your area is still
available please call:

European head office: 0031-13509 19 79
United Kingdom: 0207 240 7674
Ireland: 01 707 9080