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James Macsween, Director, Macsween Haggis, Edinburgh
"The Federation is always willing and able to support our business, with
advice on day to day matters and their email alert service keeps us up to date
on
all critical news."
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Ewan Reid, Technical Director, Matthew Algie, Glasgow
"Membership of SFDF gives us the platform to work with others in the
industry to
build a vibrant and more sustainable food sector for Scotland. Having a common
voice on adding value, the environment, drivers for innovation and maintaining
food safety, can only be a good thing. The activities of the SFDF are key in
setting the agenda on these issues with the relevant stakeholders." |
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Alison Coltart, Sales & Marketing Manager, The Orkney Food Company
"They provide the opportunity to meet with key contacts in both the
foodservice and retail sectors through hosting buyer events and the SFDF
Supplier's
forum." |
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Howard Pendrich, Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs Manager, Devro plc,
Moodiesburn
"Food safety is paramount and non-negotiable. Issues of mutual interest
are shared. Representation to relevant bodies is strengthened. Support and
advice
are always available. It is a very worthwhile membership." |
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Tony Dumbreck, Managing Director, Innovate Foods Ltd, Kirkcaldy
"With the SFDF team I feel that we can punch well above our individual
weight and get listened to by our elected representatives and their
officers." |
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Sylvia Halkerston, Human Resources Director at Macphie of Glenbervie
"Our involvement with FDF and SFDF has been invaluable for our business, it
is
even more important in times of economic pressures that we have a reliable
point
of contact and source of valuable information.
"SFDF has real credibility with the Scottish Government and its
agencies,
guaranteeing the industry's input into key issues such as skills shortages,
legislative
matters and the debate on healthy eating. This means we have reliable,
up-to-date information on the issues directly affecting our business and the
opportunity
to participate with other industry players and decision-makers in forums which
are informative and influential."
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Archie Gibson, Executive Director, Agrico UK Ltd, Glamis
"For manufacturers and suppliers, there is the opportunity through Supplier
Forum meetings to raise their profile within the retail, foodservice and
wholesale sectors. The members' network has proved invaluable in forging
stronger
regional links.” |
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Jim Moseley, Managing Director, General Mills UK and FDF President“
I am both proud and privileged to head FDF - an organisation that represents
the interests of over 200 food and drink manufacturing companies across the UK
who
together comprise the country's largest manufacturing industry.
"FDF's team of experts – from lobbyists, food scientists, nutritionists
to
environmental specialists and skilled communicators – work hand in hand with us
on
all the business critical issues of the day, ensuring we can operate in a
market
that encourages innovation, enterprise and growth.
"My company sees FDF as a powerful extension to our own team which makes
a very
real difference to our company's competitiveness. Through FDF you can access an
exclusive and tailored range of services. More than that, membership provides
companies with unprecedented opportunities to network with peers and so
influence
the political landscape through a collective and highly respected voice.”
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Matthew Shaw, Managing Director, Bart Spices
“The FDF has been an important partner for Bart Spices, as a growing independent
business it is important for us to have the representation of the FDF. The
Seasoning and Spice Association is a key reason for our FDF membership. The SSA
strives to ensure the interests of its members are fully represented at
National
and
European levels, Bart Spices are a key contributor and beneficiary of this hard
working group.”
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