Maelor Foods has reported a sharp increase in profitability for the year ended 31 July 2025, with pre-tax profit rising to £9.7 million, up from £5.1 million the previous year, as turnover climbed 8.3% to £276.5 million.
The business also more than doubled net profit after tax to £7.1 million, reflecting improved operational performance and tighter cost control in a competitive fresh poultry market.
Average staffing levels rose to 320 employees, up from 299, while wages and related employment costs increased to £12.4 million. The company said continued investment in workforce development, quality standards and operational efficiency remains central to its growth strategy.
Capital investment reached £2.3 million, focused largely on plant and machinery upgrades.
The processor also highlighted progress on sustainability, reporting a reduction in total greenhouse gas emissions to 5,957 tonnes CO2e, down from 6,454 tonnes the previous year. Energy consumption fell to 29.7 million kWh, supported by investment in more efficient equipment, automated water-saving systems and continued packaging reductions, with retail packaging reportedly cut by more than 60% over the past three years.