Don't miss this webinar from Scotland Food & Drink Partnership Net Zero Commitment, covering how your business can smooth its way towards Net Zero progress. 📆 6 February 2025 🕛 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM 📍 Online Join the webinar to hear directly from Kim Schoppink, Regional Lead - Europe at the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and Dr Catherine Russell, Environmental and Carbon Specialist at ALBERT BARTLETT. You will also hear from a business that has worked through the scheme, providing further insights into the initiative. Find out more and register at: https://bit.ly/4fvYxer
Scotland Food & Drink
Food & Beverages
Newbridge, Scotland 18,830 followers
Nurturing, supporting and championing the people and products of our industry. Delivering our food and drink strategy.
About us
Ensuring the delivery of the national food and drink strategy. Nurturing, supporting and championing the people and products of our industry through representation and leadership.
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http://www.foodanddrink.scot
External link for Scotland Food & Drink
- Industry
- Food & Beverages
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Newbridge, Scotland
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- Nonprofit
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88 Glasgow Road
1f1 Ratho Park One
Newbridge, Scotland EH28 8PP, GB
Employees at Scotland Food & Drink
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Stuart McCallum CA
Partner RSM UK | Head of Food and Drink Sector UK | Non Executive - External Trustee | Improving financial performance and value | Protecting and…
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Jamie Durkin
UK Strategic Marketing Manager
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Joe Hind
Head of Programmes and Policy at Scotland Food & Drink
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Andy McGowan
Managing Director at Scottish Pig Producers
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#ICYMI: Last year at Scotland Food & Drink’s Excellence Summit, we witnessed the power of ideas coming to life through collaboration! 🍽️✨ Anne-Laure F., our Insight Manager, joined Kathryn E. (Opportunity North East Limited) on the 'Turning Insight into Action' panel to share findings from The Knowledge Bank’s Provenance & Foodservices research. This session inspired new ways for businesses to harness the power of provenance, revealing strategies to thrive in today’s evolving market. Our participation in this dynamic event was a catalyst for fresh thinking, and springboarded ‘Sparks’—our weekly posts designed to ignite actionable insights for the food and drink sector. 🔥 On the 'Fuelling Innovation' panel, our Head of Insight, Carol Saunders, joined Neil Freckingham (Opportunity North East) and Claire Small (Elior UK) to delve into the importance of innovation and NPD in shaping customer-centric growth. These sparks of innovation are fuelling meaningful conversations for the future of the sector. Looking ahead, we’re excited to keep sharing ideas and insights that empower food and drink businesses in 2025 and beyond. 💡 Explore more in our reports: https://lnkd.in/ecJqq2fM #ConsumerInsights #TheKnowledgeBank #Sparks #Provenance #Innovation #ExcellenceSummit
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Regional Food Group Case Studies: A Spotlight on Fisher & Donaldson Based in Cupar, Fisher & Donaldson was established in 1919. Offering over 400 handmade treats, from fudge doughnuts to the famous Rolled Oat Bannock, the bakery evokes fond memories among its local customers. Building on its strong community ties, Fisher & Donaldson employs around 150 workers from across Fife, while also working with local suppliers wherever possible. The bakery also works towards sustainable practices, with 201 solar panels fitted, which power operations for six weeks each year, reducing energy consumption by 25-30%. As proud members of Food from Fife, Fisher & Donaldson have been able to participate in various regional events, helping to showcase the incredible food and drink on offer in the region. You can find out more in the case studies on our website. 👇 https://bit.ly/3OfgHWG
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Scotland Food & Drink reposted this
𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 🔔 Join us tomorrow, 30 January at 2PM, for an exclusive deep dive into the latest Christmas grocery market performance trends across GB and Scotland. 🔎 What to expect: ✅ Exclusive GB and Scotland insights from Kantar on channel and retailer performance presented by Lesley Ann Gray ✅ A breakdown of the best-performing food and drink categories in GB 📢 A great resource alongside our new Christmas and Hogmanay Store Activation Review Report Don’t miss this chance to gain key insights for 2025 - register now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/exPn9-jK #TheKnowledgeBank #GroceryTrends #RetailInsights #GroceryWebinar #MarketIntelligence
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🚨 Showcasing Scotland UK – Applications Now Open!🚨 Are you a Scottish food and drink supplier ready to grow your presence in the UK market? Event Details: 📅 Date: 13 & 14 May 2025 📌 Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, Glasgow We’re excited to announce Showcasing Scotland UK, a brand-new addition to the Showcasing Scotland series. Showcasing Scotland opens doors to unmatched commercial opportunities and connects Scottish food and drink suppliers with buyers across the UK and beyond. The series features impactful events such as: ➡️ Showcasing Scotland UK ➡️ Showcasing Scotland Local ➡️ Showcasing Scotland Regional ➡️ Showcasing Scotland Global This inaugural UK event builds on the incredible success of our global event in 2024, refining the experience to create an engaging platform for UK buyers and Scottish suppliers to connect and explore new routes to market. This is your chance to network with key buyers and showcase your products to some of the most influential decision-makers in the industry. 🕑 Applications close on 28 February! Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eRRPUyY4
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Congratulations to two of our UKMD graduates, Ewan Harvie and Matt Farmer, for their nominations in the Scottish Wholesale Association Achievers Awards 2025. Best of luck to you both ahead of the awards presentation! Brakes Scotland
🌟 Achievers Awards 2025: Shortlists unveiled for five categories 🌟 With the Achievers Awards 2025 just a month away, we have unveiled the shortlists for the five categories that shine a spotlight on the people who work tirelessly to make their companies – and the wider wholesale industry – successful and innovative. The five categories – Rising Star, Employee of the Year, Wholesale Local Food Champion, Supplier Sales Executive of the Year, and Wholesale Driver of the Year – recognise and celebrate the efforts of individuals who bring passion, knowledge, ideas and personality to their role, making a major contribution to the growth and success of their business. In the Rising Star category, the three shortlisted individuals are: Matthew Farmer, commercial development co-ordinator, Brakes Scotland Suzanne Hood, QHSE management trainee, Bidfood Zygmunt Jan Ruszczyc, data engineer, United Wholesale Grocers For Employee of the Year: John McAndie, transport operations manager, Bidfood Megan Smith, purchasing co-ordinator, Lomond Wholesale Matthew Wardropper, junior buyer, JB Foods In the Wholesale Local Food Champion, the four shortlisted entrants are: Ewan Harvie, commercial development co-ordinator, Brakes Scotland Gerry Davies, business manager, Bidfood Matthew Farmer, commercial development co-ordinator, Brakes Scotland Megan Smith, purchasing co-ordinator, Lomond Wholesale In the Supplier Sales Executive of the Year, the finalists are: Craig Barr, regional business development manager, AG Barr Jonny Rennie, head of out of home, Taylors Snacks Zoe Stephens, Scotland business account manager, KP Snacks Finally, the Wholesale Driver of the Year finalists are: John Martin, Braehead Foods Stephen Maxwell, Booker Glasgow Charles Mcsherry, JB Foods Jesus Jiminez Ramos, Bidfood Glasgow Congratulations to all the nominees! The Achievers gala dinner and awards presentation takes place at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Thursday, 20th February 2025. Read the full story below 👇 https://lnkd.in/eq8CSYCY #scottishwholesale #foodanddrink Bidfood UK Lomond Fine Foods UNITED WHOLESALE GROCERS LTD JB Foods (Scotland) Ltd. KP Snacks AG Barr Group Taylors Snacks Braehead Foods Ltd Booker Group Brakes Scotland
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Last chance to register for our SALSA Go! webinar, taking place this Thursday. In this webinar, you will hear from Tracy Cameron 🏴, our Head of Membership & Commercial, who will cover the SALSA Go! programme and how it can benefit your business. 📅 Thursday, 30 January 🕛 10:00 AM 📍 Online Join us, alongside SALSA Food, for this free session to find out how third party food safety certification can elevate your businesses credibility and increase listings in 2025. Find out more on our website. 👇 https://bit.ly/40x0aEr
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Introducing our final two Regional Food Group case studies in this series. This week, we will be showcasing producers prioritising sustainability in their operations. Based in Glenelg in the Scottish Highlands, Cosaig Growers aim to create food which thrives naturally in the environment. As active members of the Regional Food Group Highland Good Food Partnership, they have been able to collaborate with local businesses, strengthening the regional food networks. Cupar based bakery, Fisher & Donaldson, boasts an incredible 201 solar panels, powering operations for six weeks each year. The bakery has been able to leverage its membership with Food from Fife to participate in events like Tasting Tayside, showcasing the incredible food and drink produce on offer in the region. You can find out more about the work our Regional Food Groups do in the case studies on our website. 👇 https://bit.ly/3GUp5bG
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We were delighted to have been a part of the #2025BurnsNight celebration at Scotland House London. It was great to see some of our members showcasing their incredible products at the event; Amity Fish Company Ltd, Taste of Arran, Stockan's Oatcakes Ltd,STAG BAKERIES LIMITED, and Blackthorn | Scottish Sea Salt Flakes. Our Regional Food Groups, Ayrshire Food an’ a’ That and Eat Drink Hebrides, also showcased some of the incredible produce on offer in each region. Overall, it was a fantastic event, celebrating Scotland's rich culture and the premium quality of our food and drink produce.
Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting our #2025BurnsNight celebration at Scotland House London. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us. Burns Night is a time to celebrate Scotland’s rich culture, connect with one another, and enjoy the values that Burns held dear: friendship, unity, and the joy of life. A huge thank you as well to Live Music Now Scotland artists Isla Ratcliff and Evie Waddle, whose performance brought Burns’ spirit to life in a way that will stay with us all. The evening was not only a celebration of Burns and Scottish culture but also an incredible showcase of Scotland’s world-class food and drink. We were proud to feature the amazing produce of Scotland Food & Drink members, including: 🥩 Amity Fish Company Ltd with fresh seafood provided by Jimmy Buchan, owner of Amity Fish and star of BBC’s Trawlermen. 🍽️ Charles Macleod Stornoway Black Pudding, a Scottish classic that speaks for itself! 🧀 Taste of Arran offering an exceptional selection of cheese. 🍪 Stockan's Oatcakes Ltd, a perfect pairing for the cheese. The evening’s catering, crafted by the talented Auld Hag team, brought all of these elements together in a true feast from Scotland’s larder. We were also delighted to spotlight regional food groups Eat Drink Hebrides and Ayrshire Food an’ a’ That, who showcased the incredible variety of flavours and talent from their areas. A huge thank you to CHIVAS BROTHERS PERNOD RICARD for their fantastic support. Whisky is more than a drink; it’s a symbol of Scotland’s craftsmanship, tradition, and global connections. Scotland’s food and drink are truly second to none, and it was great to highlight the innovation, quality, and passion of the people and businesses behind these outstanding products. Thank you to all who contributed to this unforgettable night, it was a joy to celebrate and share Scotland’s best with such a fantastic audience The Hebridean Mustard Company STAG BAKERIES LIMITED Isla Cruickshank Blackthorn | Scottish Sea Salt Flakes Uig Lodge Smoked Salmon Jamie Durkin Mark B. Chris McDade Carol Main
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We would like to wish you all a happy Burns Night. 🏴 Whether you are enjoying a traditional Burns Supper, or trying something different, we hope today is filled with delicious Scottish food and drink. Slàinte Mhath! #BurnsNight2025
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