L.J. Fairburn & Son reported slightly lower turnover and profits for the year ended 30 September 2025 as it continued to invest in expanding its egg production business.
Revenue fell to £116.4 million, from £119.4 million the previous year, while pre-tax profit declined to £3.07 million, compared with £3.40 million in 2024. Profit after tax was £2.08 million.
In its strategic report, the company said: “We are pleased with the result for the year although an Avian flu outbreak at one free range site coupled with egg shortages across the sector resulted in a temporary downturn in turnover compared to the previous year.”
The business said it continued to invest in land purchases for free-range expansion, new laying and rearing facilities and improvements to its operations. It also plans further investment, including a new packing centre, additional laying and rearing capacity, feed mill improvements and carbon offsetting projects.
Directors said inflationary pressures, feed and energy costs, labour availability and livestock disease remain key risks, but added that the business is well positioned for future growth through continued investment and strong relationships with producers and customers.