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The awards are now open for entry!

The 2025 Awards are now open for entry! There are 8 categories to choose from and entry is completely free. The Awards are open to food producers and manufacturers in the north east region. If you have an innovative new product, or can demonstrate business success then we would love to hear from you. The entry process is online and must be completed by the closing date - 07 March. Interviews with the judges will be held on the 09 and 10 April at ONE SeedPod. Enter now!

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North east Scotland is a leading producer of Scotland's premium food and drink. The source of primary produce from land and sea, home to iconic brands and ambitious new businesses, and exports to global markets.

Opportunity North East delivers the North East Scotland Food & Drink Awards, working in partnership with Aberdeenshire Council. They celebrate success, inspire ambition and support market development. And are part of a broader programme of action and investment in the sector’s growth.

 

 2025 Categories

Best new FOOD product

 

Best new DRINKS PRODUCT

 

TEAM OF THE YEAR

 

Best FOOD AND DRINK TOURISM EXPERIENCE

 

Best YOUNG BUSINESS

 

INNOVATION AWARD

 
 

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