We are Scotland Food & Drink
Scotland’s food and drink industry is vital to our nation’s economic growth. We are the leadership organisation committed to delivering competitive edge. We develop growth strategies. We broaden networks. We uncover opportunities.
Our Industry
No other food and drink body in the world does what we do
Facilitating and enabling government and industry to work side by side is what we’ve been doing since our formation in 2007. It’s a unique relationship. In that time food and drink has grown to become one of the most successful sectors in Scotland. Today it’s worth an incredible £15 billion.
+86%
New business startups in 7 years
450+
Current members
+43%
Food productivity up since 2007
We can do more and we will
Member Stories
The Academy Accelerating Growth Programme has been invaluable to our business.
Bon Accord Soft Drinks Karen Knowles, Founder and Director
Featured Event
Scotland Food & Drink Excellence Awards 2023
Celebrating the best of Scotland’s exceptional food and drink scene, The Excellence Awards shine a light on the incredible businesses that call this unique country their home.
MEMBERSHIP
A growing membership for growing businesses
We offer member benefits and services that are always evolving to meet your needs, as well as being there to represent the industry on current and critical issues.
Membership provides food and drink businesses of all sizes with the tools, support and opportunities they need to gain a competitive edge in challenging times.
Supply chain
We help drive efficiencies with distribution, energy, packaging and much more.
Market intelligence
We help you keep an eye on the competition and on the health of the industry.
Business development
Your dedicated business development manager provides support that’s right for you.
Professional services
We help you save money on legal, marketing, PR and a host of other essentials.
Member networking
We organise year-round opportunities to interact and engage with new customers and contacts.
Market development
We give you the key to unlock new markets, diversification and accelerated growth.
Join a growing community
GET AHEAD OF THE COMPETITION
Insights & Intelligence
Looking to understand your customer base more? What markets you should expand into next? How to position your brand and engage with buyers? The Academy and The Knowledge Bank programmes and services will give you the insight and intelligence needed.
Sell your offering. Build your brand. Thrive in your market. That’s what The Academy helps you do. It is a unique training programme designed for businesses at every stage of their growth journey.
The Knowledge Bank is here to power business growth by giving you access to unrivalled insight and analysis to help you unlock commercial success. Whether you’re looking at home markets or exports, The Knowledge Bank will help you plan better and act smarter.
Industry news and views
Get the latest news, views and updates from Scotland Food & Drink, and from all across the food and drink industry.
Edinburgh Food Hall Bonnie & Wild has announced plans for a series of innovative collaborations with small and start-up businesses, kicking off with the launch of a new pop-up restaurant this weekend.
Tomatin’s 36 Year Old single malt has been named ‘Best in Show’ in the whisky category at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) 2023, officially making it one of the best whiskies in the world.
Independent Distiller gains huge momentum worldwide for its exceptional whiskies.