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AIC created its Hazard Analysis and Critical Point (HACCP) course specifically for those in the agri-food sector including feed, crops for feed and food, and for all types of businesses from feed mills to merchants, stores, and transport companies.

AIC is delighted to announce that the annual Seed Trade Dinner will be held this year at The Balmoral Hotel, Edinburgh on Thursday, 3 December 2026. The Seed Trade Dinner is a fantastic opportunity to connect with colleagues and others in the UK's certified seed sector for valuable networking and to celebrate the industry's achievements.

Information on the 2026 AIC Scotland dinner, including event details and booking instructions.

Members are invited to book to join AIC Scotland's autumn meetings on 25 November 2026 in Glasgow.

This year's AIC Dinner and Conference is set to feature a range of thought leaders from politics, business, academia and trade to explore this year’s theme of "Delivering for the Agri-Food Supply Chain in an Ever-Changing World". The Conference Dinner will take place at the Holiday Inn West, Peterborough. The Dinner will formally mark the start of the AIC Conference. The AIC Conference will be held at the same venue throughout the following day.

The Fertiliser Sector Annual Dinner is a popular event in the Sector calendar and places are always oversubscribed - Members are encouraged to book early.

John Swinney delivered his third Programme for Government as First Minister, and his first since the 2026 Holyrood election, on Tuesday 1 September. Public sector reform featured heavily in the statement.

AIC continues its active engagement with industry and stakeholders. We share a snapshot of the key meetings scheduled for the week ahead.

The Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC) has published its Annual Report and Financial Statements for 2025-26.

Ed Barker, AIC Head of Policy, gave evidence to Holyrood's Rural Affairs Committee on the Rural Support Plan, alongside other rural and environmental organisations, as part of the Committee's inquiry that will conclude with a report expected in October.