Golden Acre Foods

Founded in 1999 and based in the UK, Golden Acre Foods aims to provide high-quality food and drink on the market, acting as a bridge between producers and retailers. Furthermore, operating across 15 countries, it also sources and distributes great foods from around the world to wholesalers, foodservice customers, major multiples, etc, in the UK and Ireland. 

The firm supplies its products to major supermarkets, wholesalers, and foodservice operators across the country, forming an association with brands such as Tesco, ASDA, Morrisons, etc. 

With around 32 people in its workforce, Golden Acre Foods generates a turnover of € 87.2 million.

Several products are offered under various categories such as:

• Dairy Products: cheese, milk, butter, etc
• Savory Grocery: Soups, Pickled Herring, Hot Smoked Fillets, etc
• Drinks:  a range of protein drinks is available 
• Frozen Food: Ham, Sausage, Salami, etc
• Chilled and Fresh Food: Pastry, Dough, and many more

Moreover, the business also offers various services such as product development, supply chain solutions, market insights, etc. 

The company owns several private labels including (but not limited to): 

• Golden Acre: provides a range of yoghurt
• Najma: offers a range of low-fat milk drink
• Enjoy!: offers a range of specialist cooked and cured meats

The business provides items which are fat-free, halal, and recently, it has removed added sugar from its range of yoghurts. 

Regarding certifications, the company is BRC certified. 

Golden Acre Foods is looking for suppliers who can offer spirits from countries such as Romania, Estonia, Lithuania, etc. Furthermore, it is also interested in procuring beers from countries such as Hungary or Asian countries. The company has several specifications such as pricing should not exceed € 40 per bottle and the producer should have big production facilities.  

With regards to the environment, the firm aims to become carbon Neutral by 2025. Additionally, it also indulges in projects such as partnership with Woodland Trust to launch a Golden Acre of new trees in Langley Vale. The company also supports various national and local charities across the UK. 

In 2021, the business launched 5 new products under its private label Najma, becoming the leading halal brand in the UK.