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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.

A Taste of Loch Lomond Book Launches with Live Cooking Demo at the Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival
The launch will include a live cooking demonstration by Johnny Aitken, Food & Beverage Director at the Lodge on Loch Lomond, followed by the unveiling of the book and a photo call on Sunday, 7 September 2025.

Jimmy Buchan Awarded Freedom of the City of London in Honour of Lifetime Contribution to the Seafood Industry
Jimmy Buchan, a respected leader and lifelong advocate for the UK seafood sector, has been formally admitted to the “Freedom of the City of London”, following his recent admittance as a Liveryman in the Worshipful Company of Fishmongers.

Bladnoch Distillery announces partnership with Wigtown Book Festival
Bladnoch, Scotland’s oldest privately-owned Scotch whisky distillery has announced a partnership with the 27th annual Wigtown Book Festival.

New venison micro-processor unit now up and running at Benderloch, Appin
25 August saw the launch of a new venison chill and micro-processor unit at Forest Lodge, Benderloch, Appin. The new facility will process mainly red and roe deer from Lochnell and other landholdings in the area for sale locally and to feed into the supply chain for sale further afield across Scotand and the UK.

Edinburgh Festival visitors develop a taste for haggis
A renowned Scottish haggis producer has experienced a hike in sales, which it believes is due to strong demand from tourists visiting the Edinburgh Fringe.

Balcaskie Estate opens gates to food, drink and rural businesses
Why grow a business alone when there’s land, resources, investment and know-how to tap into? That’s the message from Fife’s Balcaskie Estate, which is opening the gates to its organic and regenerative-focused farm to sustainable businesses and start-ups looking for a leg-up to help them grow, as part of Pitch Up! 2025.

RSABI Seeks Applications for Trustee and Trainee Trustee Roles
RSABI, the charity which supports people in Scottish agriculture, is inviting applications for two new Trustees to join its board, along with one Trainee Trustee.

Genius Foods eyes profitability as new brand and strategy take hold
Genius Foods reports delivering its best-ever operational efficiency, supported by targeted investments, strategic execution, and a reinvigorated innovation pipeline.

Finalists Announced for the Scotland Food & Drink and HIT Scotland Legacy Scholarship Award
Launched to cement the legacy of Scotland’s first-ever hosting of the MICHELIN Guide Ceremony for Great Britain & Ireland, the scholarship aims to help a rising Scottish chef elevate their career with a unique stage at The Ritz London.