Food and drink trade associations
Trade Associations and Business Support Organisations for Food and Drink sector.
Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Food and Drink (NIFDA)
NIFDA is a voluntary organisation committed to helping Northern Ireland food and beverage companies compete successfully and to represent and promote their interests.
Scotland
Scotland Food & Drink, established in 2007, is a not-for-profit organisation that was created to guide Scottish food and drink companies of all sizes towards increased profitability.
Scottish Food Trade Association (SFTA)
SFTA is an industry group that works on behalf of Scotland's produce trade.
Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA)
SLTA is an industry group that represents a variety of licensed groups, including publicans, hoteliers, restaurateurs, late night entertainment venues, clubs, and licensed grocers. It also works with drinks suppliers and companies that provide services to the licensed trade.
For information and opportunities from Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Scottish Enterprise, Skills Development Scotland, Business Gateway and Visit Scotland covering:
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- Programmes,
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- Funding
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Visit the FindBusinessSupport.gov.scot website
UK
British Hospitality Association (BHA)
BHA is a trade group that represents the UK hospitality and tourism industry.