Construction is underway for ONE SeedPod, a revolutionary innovation hub spearheaded by Opportunity North East (ONE) as part of the Aberdeen City Region Deal. Positioned at the heart of the Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) Craibstone Campus, this £27 million investment aims to shape the future of the country's food and drink industry.

Claire Rennie of Summerhouse Drinks, Stuart Common of Mackie’s of Scotland, Alistair Reid from Aberdeenshire Council and Peter Cook of Opportunity North East are encouraging food and drink manufacturers and producers to maximise the market development opportunities in the revamped North East Scotland Food & Drink Awards.