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Sam Heughan Unveils Distillery in his Hometown of Galloway, Scotland
Sam Heughan, actor, philanthropist and owner of The Sassenach Spirits, has announced the launch of his new distillery in his hometown of Galloway, south of Scotland.

Scottish Bees Unveils Cranberry & Ginger Honey as its Latest Festive Hero
With Scottish Food & Drink September, the ambitious month-long celebration of Scotland’s world-class food and drink movement, just coming to an end, the start of Autumn provides the perfect opening for Scottish Bee to unveil its latest festive favourite, Cranberry & Ginger Blossom Honey.

From Clydesdales to Casks: Indie Bottler Living Souls Announces Launch of Drummygar Distillery
The team behind acclaimed independent bottler Living Souls has announced the launch of Drummygar Distillery, a bold new venture that combines traditional farming and modern craftsmanship.

Family-Owned Whisky Distiller Shortlisted for Three Major Awards
Jackton Distillery, an independent and family-owned whisky-maker on the outskirts of Glasgow, has been announced as a finalist for three categories at this year’s Scottish Whisky Awards, proving size is no barrier to success.

Arbikie Distillery Achieves B Corp™ Certification, Championing a New Era of Sustainable Spirits
Arbikie Highland Estate Distillery is proud to announce its official certification as a B Corporation™ (B Corp™), joining a global movement of businesses that meet the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.

ALBAS award nominations now open
Nominations for Lantra Scotland’s 2026 ALBAS (Awards for Land-based and Aquaculture Skills) - which highlight the talents of people and organisations involved in the land-based and aquaculture sector – are now open at https://www.scotland.lantra.co.uk/learner-year

Producers of Angus Markets Celebrate Triumphant Return of Local Markets to Montrose and Forfar, Aligned with Good Food Nation Principles
A new era for local produce markets has begun in Angus, with the newly formed not-for-profit group, Producers of Angus Markets (PAM), celebrating the huge success of their inaugural markets in Montrose and Forfar.

Scottish Government marks success of ‘Go Local’ with exciting new butchery for Scotmid’s South Queensferry store
Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, Mairi Gougeon MSP, joined staff at Scotmid’s new butchery at their South Queensferry store this week, highlighting the tremendous success of the SGF Go Local programme.

Welcome to Sc-oat-land - VisitScotland launches new porridge map
For those who like nothing better than to tuck into a bowl of hot and hearty porridge each morning, VisitScotland has launched a dedicated map, highlighting some of the great oat-based experiences across Scotland.

Groundbreaking: First Truffle Cultivated on UK Island
University of Stirling project could help mitigate climate change while improving global food security.

New Look Scottish Venison Website Launches on Scottish Venison Day
Celebrated every year on 4 September, this year's Scottish Vension Day promises to be extra special, as trade organisation Scottish Venison officially launches its new website, with information, recipes, hints, and tips.

Genius Foods Launch ‘Naturally Genius’, Transforming the Standards of Gluten Free Bread, in Collaboration With Megan McKenna
With 16 years of gluten free bakery expertise, one of the UK’s leading gluten free bakeries has teamed up with TV personality, bestselling author and diagnosed coeliac Megan McKenna to launch ‘Naturally Genius’ – a six-strong range of artisan and sliced breads with nothing artificial.