UK-based meat producer Cranswick plc has reported a 7.9% increase in like-for-like revenue for its first quarter, driven by sustained consumer demand for premium meat products and recent new business wins. Total reported revenue grew by 9.7%, bolstered by the integration of recent acquisitions.
Cranswick, a leading supplier of fresh pork, sausages, and bacon to major British supermarkets—and a key pork exporter to China—continues to see premium meat offerings outperform. The company notes that consumer interest in natural protein sources, such as unprocessed pork, remains resilient despite economic headwinds.
Recent strategic moves to strengthen its pork production capabilities include the acquisitions of Blakemans, a sausage manufacturer, and JSR Genetics, a prominent UK pig genetics company. These additions enhance Cranswick’s vertically integrated model, which spans genetics through to processing and retail supply.
Further investments in infrastructure are also underway. Cranswick announced an additional £14 million ($18.78 million USD) in capital spending to expand its Lincoln pet food facility, aiming to boost both capacity and product range.
For the full fiscal year ending March 28, 2026, Cranswick projects adjusted pre-tax profits to be in line with market expectations, estimated between £206.5 million and £213.6 million.