The awards, now in their seventh year, are organised jointly and co-sponsored by the Royal Highland and Agricultural Society and Scottish Enterprise on behalf of Scotland Food & Drink.

Around 300 guests from the food and drink industry attended the awards, which were presided over by First Minister Alex Salmond, at The Mansfield Traquair.

Mr Salmond said: “Earlier this year, the Scottish Government launched Scotland’s first ever national discussion on food. It has recently come to an end, with more than 25,000 people visiting our website, around 500 responding, with thousands more attending events on the food policy across Scotland. These responses will be considered as part of our work to develop a national food policy that can help support a sustainable food industry within a greener, healthier, wealthier Scotland.”

Loch Fyne Oysters triumphed in the 'Retail - Fish and Seafood' category.

Commenting, Paul McPhail, commercial director of Loch Fyne Oysters said: “We are proud of our first-class product, commitment to the environment and practices of business and are honoured to have this recognition in our 30th year.”

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