We’re absolutely delighted to share that Rowan Glen has been named Local Producer of the Year at this year’s Dumfries & Galloway Life Awards! This recognition means the world to us and highlights the dedication of our team and the incredible support from our local community.
A Celebration of Our Region
The Dumfries & Galloway Life Awards are all about celebrating the best of what our region has to offer. From amazing talents and entrepreneurial ideas to the community spirit that makes Dumfries & Galloway such a special place, the awards showcase it all.
This year’s event featured a wide range of categories, including Restaurant of the Year, Environment Champion, Young Community Champion, Education Hero, and Young Entrepreneur of the Year, among others. It’s brilliant to see such a broad celebration of people and organisations making a difference across the region.
To win in the Local Producer of the Year category, especially against such strong competition from Annandale Distillery and Deer Manor Gourmet Mushrooms, is a huge honour. Both are fantastic businesses, and it’s great to see the incredible variety of local producers thriving in our region.
This award is particularly special because of the journey we’ve been on. Many of you will remember that Rowan Glen faced uncertain times when the factory was closed by its previous owners in 2022. But thanks to the vision and determination of our Managing Director, Alan, the incredible support from South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE), and the hard work of our dedicated team, we’ve been able to bring this much-loved Scottish yogurt brand back to life.
Celebrating Local Quality
At Rowan Glen, we’ve always been proud to call Dumfries & Galloway home, and a big part of what makes our products so special is the region’s rich agricultural heritage. The rolling fields, dedicated farmers, and exceptional dairy herds provide the high-quality milk that forms the foundation of our yogurts and other products.
This award is a testament not only to our team but also to the local dairy industry, which plays such an important role in our success. We’re proud to work with local suppliers who share our passion for quality and sustainability, and we’re committed to supporting this vital part of our region’s economy.
Looking Ahead
We couldn’t have done this without the people of Dumfries & Galloway—our customers, local suppliers, and everyone who has cheered us on. You’ve kept us motivated, and this award is as much yours as it is ours.
A big thank you also goes to Dumfries & Galloway Life Magazine for organising such a brilliant celebration of everything that makes our region so unique.
As we look to the future, we’re more committed than ever to delivering the high-quality products you know and love, while staying true to our local roots. Here’s to Dumfries & Galloway and the amazing community spirit that makes it such a fantastic place to live and work.