Applications now open for members of new Food and Drink Wales Industry Board

Wednesday 01 Oct 2014 @ 15:25
Welsh Government

Applications are being sought for members for the new Food and Drink Wales Industry Board.

The Board will be the voice of the food and drink industry in Wales, providing direction, sharing vital information and encouraging networking.

Members are being sought from those who have experience of the food and drink sector, particularly business management, marketing, knowledge transfer, research and development and innovation.

Deputy Minister for Farming and Food, Rebecca Evans said,

“The food and drink industry is one of our largest business sectors, employing over 170,000 people. Supporting the industry to develop and move in positive new directions is a key priority for the Welsh Government, with the aim of growing sales in the sector by 30% to £7 billion by the year 2020.

“Appointing a Food and Drink Wales Industry Board is vital for our Action Plan to become truly industry led and become the voice of the wider sector in Wales. This Board will play a key role in ensuring we embed sustainability, competitiveness, efficiency, productivity, profitability and food safety throughout the food and drink industry.”

Closing date for applications is 13 October 2014.

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