Up to 10,000 new jobs could be created in Scotland's food and drink sector in the next five years, according to a report which found the industry in "good health".
Bank of Scotland's third annual survey revealed that growth in the £14 billion sector looks set to accelerate, with firms ramping up investment and creating new roles.
The report's authors surveyed a range of more than 100 Scottish food and drink businesses and found that two-thirds are expecting to increase their workforce by creating almost 2000 jobs between them by 2019.
If that expansion were to be replicated across the industry, it would result in the creation of 9837 new jobs.
Three-quarters of companies survey are forecasting growth of up to 15% in the next five years.
Exporting and overseas markets remain key drivers for growth, with 58% planning to attract new international customers over the same period.
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