Driving growth for our food and drink industry is what we do
We forge the connections that help our members and industry thrive. We match buyers with producers, ideas with innovators, and products with markets.
This network of expertise, knowledge, and passion is our beating heart. It knits together ideas and insights from market experts, research specialists and business development managers from different markets, cultures and countries to help guide and grow Scotland’s food and drink industry.
New business startups
+86%
in 7 years
Currently
453
Members
Food productivity
+43%
Since 2007
Seizing new opportunities
Searching for a new route to markets? Needing to get in touch with buyers? Unsure about sales opportunities? That’s what our market development team help you with. In challenging times, finding that competitive edge is more vital than ever.
Our unwavering focus is on helping Scottish businesses grow by attracting and developing new commercial opportunities in Scotland, the UK, and internationally. By working together to develop business capability and increase profitability, we will benefit local communities and Scotland as a whole.
Our affiliate members
Over 100 experts ready to help
We have a growing cohort of Affiliate Members who are on hand to help your food and drink business operate effectively by providing a range of professional services as well as practical supply chain support.
Building your skilled workforce
How to keep our talent pipeline flowing
How do we tackle the issue of getting the right people into the industry, in the right numbers and locations, and with the right skills, to boost productivity and drive growth?
Information about the UK GI Scheme
Want to know more about the UK's GI Protection scheme?
The UK’s Geographical Indication (GI) scheme is designed to protect and promote the unique characteristics and heritage of food and drink products.
Featured Event
Compass Scotland Meet the Buyer Sustainability Day
Compass Group UK&I are market leading providers of contract food services, operating in sectors such as Business & Industry, Healthcare & Senior Living, Education, Sport & Leisure, and Defence & Offshore under brands such as Eurest, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, Chartwells, Levy and ESS.
Industry news and views
News, views and updates from Scotland Food & Drink and from across the food and drink industry.
Finalists have now been named for Lantra Scotland’s Awards for Land-based and Aquaculture Skills (the ALBAS), which will take place at Crieff Hydro Hotel on Thursday 6 March 2025.
An island food hub is seeking food, drink and street food producers from across Scotland to add to its roster of monthly Sunday markets on the Isle of Bute.
Need help or advice?
We can help you find the information or support you need to help your business grow.