The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has defended the industry’s “competitive salaries” with clear career progression against claims low wages could deter new recruits.
Scotland’s food and drink sector turnover has grown at twice the UK rate since 2008, taking it to a record £14.3bn in 2013, according to the Scottish government.
Food industry exports could be hit by challenging exchange rates, calling the sector’s recent growth into question, figures show as one of Britain’s biggest manufacturers urges the UK to leave the EU.
