Scotland Food and Drink Partnership

HIE is a member of the Scotland Food and Drink Partnership, which comprises industry via their trade bodies, the Scottish Government and other public sector agencies, with the shared ambition to grow the reputation and value of the industry. The Scotland Food and Drink Recovery Plan was launched in November 2020.  This national recovery plan amplifies and accelerates the current core work of the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership in delivering Ambition 2030. Critically though, it adds new catalyst actions to jump start and expediate the recovery.

NEW! The Academy 

A new, market-focused and commercially orientated training programme for Scottish food and drink businesses has launched. The Academy, delivered by the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership, is focused on knowledge sharing, upskilling, innovating and succeeding. It’s fundamentally about delivering real change for long term growth for your business. No matter whether you’re a two person start up or a renowned, established brand The Academy can offer you the expertise you need to give your business the extra edge. Each of the three programmes has a specific focus for businesses at different stages on their growth journey.

Find out more about how The Academy training programmes can strengthen your skills and help you grow here.

Supporting food and drink businesses to innovate and grow

Innovation is important to Scotland’s economy. Innovation in farming, fishing, food and drink is vital to empower Scotland’s food and drink businesses to respond to today’s consumer and market needs and to adapt to future challenges and opportunities.

Research shows that when a company innovates, they are twice as likely to grow and three times more likely to export successfully. Many companies are already making good use of the world-class research base on their doorstep.

Find out more here