Cranswick, the Hull-based supermarket supplier, has reported revenue of nearly £3 billion following a record Christmas 2025 and soaring sales of pork and poultry products. The farming and processing giant announced revenue growth of 9.5% to £2.98 million for the year ending March 2026, with group operating profit rising more than 22% to £232.8 million.
Record Investment Across Operations
The results come amid a record £163 million investment across the year. This includes £30 million for the expansion of two poultry sites in Hull and £27 million for the group's hummus factory in Worsley, Greater Manchester. Cranswick confirmed that a £100 million investment into its flagship Hull pork processing site is well under way, with a new highly automated cold store facility now operational.
Strong Demand Across Product Ranges
Bosses noted that poultry revenue grew nearly 14% and now represents more than 20% of the group's total. Significant growth was also seen in gourmet and pet products. Adam Couch, Cranswick CEO, said demand for the firm's products remains strong and the company continues to "invest with conviction" across its farming operations and acquisitions.
Couch added: "As we enter the new financial year, I am encouraged by the continued development of the business and the robust demand for our product ranges. The range of growth opportunities available to the Group continues to expand and we remain well positioned to deliver on our strategy."
Geopolitical Challenges and Supply Chains
Regarding trading in the early part of the current financial year, Couch stated it has been in line with the board's expectations. However, he noted: "At the same time, the conflict in the Middle East remains an evolving situation and we continue to monitor potential implications for our supply chains. We remain mindful of the potential for disruption arising from prevailing economic and geopolitical conditions."
Looking ahead, Couch highlighted the strengths of the business, including its diverse and longstanding customer base, breadth and quality of products and channels, robust financial position, and industry leading infrastructure, which will support further development in the current financial year and over the longer term.
Warning on Domestic Supply
Chairman Tim Smith used the results to warn that the UK must consider domestic supplies unless it wants to become increasingly reliant on imported food. He said: "This has implications for quality standards and food system resilience at a time of ongoing disruption across global supply chains and heightened geopolitical uncertainty. A more supportive UK planning framework would reduce barriers to investment and increase confidence across the UK food production industry, supporting employment and food security."
