Cranswick says review ‘well advanced' after pig farm abuse claims
The boss of the company added that it has strengthened its animal welfare practices and checks further in recent months as a result.
Cranswick suspended using Northmoor Farm in Lincolnshire in May after covert footage emerged appearing to show workers at the site abusing piglets.
Workers were filmed appearing to hold piglets by their hind legs and slamming them to the ground, using a banned method of killing the animals known as 'piglet thumping'.
Major supermarkets Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Tesco suspended Northmoor Farm as a supplier, and Cranswick shortly afterwards launched the independent review into its animal welfare policies and livestock operations.
Adam Couch, chief executive of the firm, said: 'In line with the commitments we made on May 20, we have further strengthened our animal welfare compliance practices and checks.
'The independent expert veterinarian led review of these policies and procedures is well advanced, and we look forward to receiving its recommendations.
'We will provide a further update on this review in due course.'
The update on Monday came as the East Yorkshire-based company also revealed that revenues grew by 9.7% over the 13 weeks to June 28, after a boost from the acquisition of sausage maker Blakemans and export growth.
Like-for-like revenues grew by 7.9% as it was also boosted new business wins and a strong performance from its 'premium added-value ranges'.
Export revenues were 'strong' on the back of higher volumes and pricing after the China export licence for its Norfolk fresh pork site was reinstated late last year.
Poultry revenues also grew strongly, while its pet products revenues grew after rolling out more products for Pets at Home.
Cranswick said it is currently on track to meet it financial expectations for the current financial year.
Mr Couch added: 'We have made a strong start to the year, delivering volume-led revenue growth across all product categories.
'Our continued positive progress reflects the substantial ongoing investment in our asset base and the quality and capability of our colleagues across the business.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
23 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Council backs solar panel scheme for Swindon homeowners
Homeowners in Swindon may be able to access cheaper prices through a solar panel group-buying scheme. Swindon Borough Council announced it has backed the Solar Together Wiltshire scheme. The scheme pools the buying power of residents to negotiate better deals with trusted solar installers. This means lower prices, reliable service, and a hassle-free experience, as is claimed by the council. As well as lower energy bills, solar panels allow homeowners to generate surplus electricity which can be sold back to the grid, or stored for later use. Panels can also help lower a household's carbon footprint. To learn more about the scheme, residents can visit the Solar Together scheme where they can also register their interest. Read more: Traffic queues expected as road closure underway for Thames Water work This comes after Swindon was named the second best town in the UK for solar panels, second only to Basildon in Essex. The study analysed all 'major' cities and towns to identify those with the greatest potential for solar power production and growth, as reported by Business Green. The analysis ranked the areas by the percentage share of homes already equipped with solar panels, the number of new installations in the past year, and any government funding initiatives, such as free solar panels for low-income households or social housing.
Yahoo
23 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Fish and chip shop thankful for 'overwhelming' support since owner's passing
A popular fish and chip shop in Carlisle has thanked the community and its customers for their 'overwhelming' support since the passing of its owner. The Warwick Fish & Chips, which is based on Carlisle's Warwick Road, has called the support it has received from its customers and the local community a 'source of strength' after the passing of its owner, Fatih 'Franky' Gocer. Franky sadly passed away in April at the age of 47, with the business now under the stewardship of his wife Aslihan Gocer. READ MORE: Tributes paid to 'kind and generous' fish and chip shop owner Franky sadly passed away in April (Image: Supplied) Speaking to the News & Star, Aslihan explained how the unwavering support from the community in Carlisle has lifted the fish and chip shop out of its 'darkest days'. She said: "The support from the local community and our loyal customers has been truly overwhelming. "Whether it's a friendly smile at the counter, a message online, or simply choosing us for their Friday night takeaway, the love and loyalty we've felt has been incredible. "Words can't fully express how much it's meant to us. "It's been a source of strength. For our family, it's been comforting to know that Franky's legacy lives on not just in the shop, but in the community he cared so much about. "From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. "Your support has lifted us during our darkest days." (Image: Supplied) Aslihan was also keen to thank her staff at The Warwick for their 'incredible' efforts since Franky's passing and explained how everyone at the popular Carlisle takeaway is committed to honouring his legacy. She said: "The team has been nothing short of incredible. "We're all committed to honouring Franky's legacy, and that's brought out the best in all of us."
Bloomberg
25 minutes ago
- Bloomberg
Bank of England Rate Cuts Deliver £11 Billion Hit to Households
Exactly one year since the Bank of England started to cut interest rates, the pressure on households from the highest borrowing costs in a generation is still building. Bloomberg analysis of BOE savings and mortgage data shows that Britons in aggregate are an annual £11 billion ($14.5 billion) worse off than in July last year — despite four interest-rate cuts since then and the prospect of more to come.
