Vegetable Supplier of the Year

19 December 2008

Branston is celebrating being named Vegetable Supplier of the Year 2008 in the first ever Tesco Produce Supplier Awards.

The company received the accolade at a prestigious gala dinner last month at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London.

Jo Parish, Retail Director for Branston, collected the award from Tesco Produce Category Director, Alex Dower, in front of 630 other suppliers and food industry guests.

The Tesco Supplier Award event was established to recognise the contribution of suppliers and growers. The awards celebrate the success of those exceptional teams who together have contributed to the growth and development of Tesco’s business during 2008.

Branston used the opportunity to pass on its thanks to its own suppliers, inviting 12 potato growers to join them at the London event.

“We’re delighted to have won this award as it is a reflection of a great deal of hard work, innovation and dedication by our team,” said Jo. “It was also great to be able to take some of our growers to London to join in the celebration. It’s a great Christmas present for the whole team and we’re looking forward to defending our title over the coming year.”

Branston has worked with Tesco since 1990 and has grown significantly over the last decade, employing over 500 people and turning over in excess of £100m per annum.