The food and drink industry in Grampian is an important part of the local economy and accounts for one fifth of all food and drink produced in Scotland. We have the finest ingredients on our doorstep such as water, seafood, red meat, poultry, game, berries, vegetables and oats. The Grampian Food Forum is delighted to support the food marquee at the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival and would like to encourage visitors to sample and buy some of the local produce that is on offer. The Grampian Food Forum is a partnership between the local food and drink industry and Aberdeenshire Council, Aberdeen City Council, Moray Council, Scottish Enterprise Grampian and HIE Moray. The Forum advises the public sector organisations on the needs of the food and drink industry so that programmes and projects can be put in place, which are focused on the actual needs of the industry. For further information, please contact Elizabeth Mathie, Grampian Food Forum on elizabeth.mathie@aberdeenshire.gov.uk  or 01224 664334.