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With more than 40 suppliers in Wales, the independent and family-owned company has seen sales of products manufactured in the country rise by 78% in 2025 compared with 2024. Harlech Foodservice champions local produce helps keep distances travelled to a minimum.

Harlech only supply yoghurts manufactured by Llaeth, with a 59% growth in purchases. All milk is sourced within five miles of the dairy in Llannefydd, ensuring local investment in the farms. A 55% uplift has allowed the Radnor to invest £5m in increasing its carton capacity by 150%, creating more than 20 new skilled jobs.

Edwards of Conwy has experienced 72% growth courtesy of more schools and local authorities purchasing products, which comprise purchases of burgers, sausages, and meatballs, including Welsh lamb, which is always a favourite on school menus.

Working closely with Henllan Bakery has led to a 28% rise in purchases, resulting in an expansion in factory capacity and new machines, helping increase Welsh employment. Welsh butter demand has led to an increase of 30% year on year for Grower Foods.

Mark Lawton, managing director at Harlech Foodservice, said: “We are actively increasing the presence of Welsh produced goods across our core categories, whether that be through South Caernarfon Creameries and Radnor or by increasing our vegetable supply into school meal provisions via businesses such as Anglesey Potato Company, Castellmarch Farm, and Llysiau Menai.

“Growth in operations leads to enhanced employment opportunities, which in turn helps people live and spend both time and money in the country and makes for a thriving economy.”