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BQP as part of Pilgrims Europe now operates a Growing pigs contract scheme using the Red Tractor assured scheme.

For further information please call
Heidi Dekker-Wolijung: 07973822064
Email: Heidi.Dekker@pilgrimsuk.com

Currently within our breadth of BQP farms we have successfully operating buildings that were formerly used for other purposes and have been converted to suit pig finishing. Clear span buildings are often suitable for conversion, previously cattle yards, broiler sheds and laying sheds have all been converted.

This example shows a converted former poultry laying shed.

If you think you have a building with potential, BQP will come to the farm and assess the suitability for conversion.

A layout will be drawn up to work out how many pigs can be held in the shed along with a cashflow to assess if the venture is feasible. We always encourage potential partners to visit some of our existing partners to understand how we work with them.

For suitable conversions we may offer an additional conversion payment on your first six batches.

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How does it work?

The method of contract pig rearing that we operate has worked successfully for over 40 years and has allowed many young entrants to establish themselves in the farming industry and to grow further with us over time.

Several of our farmers have been with us for many years and we are now dealing with the grandchildren of some of our original farmers – a real success story across the generations.

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Due to continued growth Pilgrim's are looking for more farmers to join our successful operation.

Offering a 20 years contract, where Pilgrim’s Europe covers the cost of the loan and interest payments.
Both in High welfare straw based systems and Red Tractor farms.
Working in a fully integrated supply chain for the premium retailers.

How does it work?

Several of our farmers have been with us for many years and we are now dealing with the grandchildren of some of our original farmers – a real success story across the generations.

Pilgrim’s Europe pay a batch bonus on top of all the standard payments aiming to cover the monies needed to both cover the loan and interest payments. After 20 years the building is paid off and the payments cease.

We have standard buildings, which we know will meet all our targets in producing a profitable pig. both RSPCA assured and Red Tractor assured.

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From Plot to Pigs

Becoming a supplier to BQP

At all times through the process of becoming a BQP supplier, specialist BQP staff provide support and guidance to ensure the farmer is proceeding in the right direction. By being very thorough in this process we ensure the farm will operate successfully later.

Mark Jagger

Mark Jagger has guided farmers through the process of setting up with BQP for 25 years. Once an interest has been expressed Mark will visit the farm to discuss the opportunity with the farm and to understand if contract pig growing is mutually beneficial for both parties involved. Mark is then on hand to guides all farms through the process until the buildings are filled with pigs.

Mark’s contact details:

Mobile: 07802596702

Email: mark.jagger@pilgrimsuk.com

Process of setting up with a New Build

1. Visit from a fields person to discuss whether a pig growing contract is a mutually beneficial option

2. Farmer to arrange finance and apply for planning permission

3. Contract signed between BQP and farmer

4. Planning permission granted

5. Building work commences to agreed plan by farmer or farmer’s contractor

6. Sheds filled with pigs by BQP – your own dedicated fields person will guide you through your first batch

Whether you are an existing pig farmer or thinking about venturing into B&B pig farming, we can work with you every step of the way.

At all times through the process of becoming a Pilgrim’s Europe supplier, our specialist staff provide support and guidance to ensure the farmer is proceeding in the right direction. By being very thorough in this process we ensure the farm will operate successfully later.

Conversion of Existing Buildings

Currently within our breadth of BQP farms we have successfully operating buildings that were formerly used for other purposes. These buildings have been converted to suit pig finishing. Buildings that have previously been converted include cattle yards, dairy housing, broiler sheds and laying sheds.

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Our supply chains

Pilgrim’s UK works with hundreds of suppliers to support our business. Our suppliers share our interest and ambition to ensure our customers are valued and get the best from us.

We recognise that working closely with our suppliers is key to our success. To help us manage risk, we ensure suppliers are compliant with our requirements – with the aim of driving innovation and maximizing value for ourselves and our suppliers.

How we work with suppliers

Pilgrim’s Supply is the platform we use for sourcing and supplier management – with the aim to become the best and most respected business in our industry.

We coordinate our sourcing activities through Pilgrim’s Supply, identifying and engaging with potential suppliers – developing contractual agreements to drive mutual value.

Join our supply network

Before applying to become a Pilgrim’s UK supplier, please read our Supplier Code of Conduct which defines the minimum requirements suppliers must comply with.

If you are interested in becoming a Pilgrim’s UK Supplier, register your details and a member of our team will be in touch.
If you are already a Pilgrim’s UK Supplier, click here to log in to Pilgrim’s Supply.

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63%

year-on-year reduction in greenhouse gases

5,500

team members

Integrated pork supply chain

Higher welfare pork

Pig farmer

Bacon and gammon producer

£1bn+

total revenue (2018)

2.5m

Pigs processed p/a

Three years

Industry Pig Farmer of the Year for the past three years

well-invested manufacturing facilities

Fresh pork producer

32%

year-on-year reduction in lost-time accidents

Pilgrim’s UK has been at the forefront of the industry in adopting appropriate measures to keep our people safe throughout the coronavirus pandemic. This has enabled the business to maintain its strategically important role in the UK food supply chain to some of the country’s leading grocery retailers.

We are proud to have been pro-active in taking all necessary steps in order to protect our people whilst maintaining the continuity of our supply chain to deliver food to the nation.

We recognise the important and demanding role our organisation and our people have to play in the current climate and we are immensely proud of the way they have collectively responded to the responsibility which has been thrust upon them during what has been an extremely concerning time for all.

Safety is a condition in our organisation and our food production environments conform to stringent health, safety and hygiene standards at all times. We have followed UK Government Covid-19 guidance from the outset of the crisis and, along with the external regulatory bodies which audit and assess our sites, we are satisfied that our operations have adhered to the specific rules for food processing facilities.

100%

Renewable electricity across all operations

Net zero

Committed to being net zero by 2040

<0.1%

Food waste performance of less than 0.1% - the best in the food industry

822,000

Redistributed the equivalent of 822,000 meals in 2019

Largest higher welfare producer of pigs in the UK

Lowest soy content within pig diets at 8% - the lowest in Europe

2945 tonnes

Packaging volume reduced over the last year by 2945 tonnes

100%

100% of our supply chain is covered by RTRS credits (Round Table on Responsible Soy Association)

Zero

Zero waste to landfill

BBFAW (Business Benchmark on Farm Animal Welfare) tier 1 supply chain

100%

100% of our pulp paper and card products are from certified FSC sources

Doubled the number of modern slavery survivors we have helped into permanent employment over the last 12 months

Mid-2021

We will publicly publish 3 human rights risk assessments by mid-2021.

Founding

Founding member of FNET and a board lead. Representing 10 UK retailers over 50 international food suppliers

Stakeholders can raise issues via our confidential whistleblowing service

Founding

Founding Member of the Bright Future co-operative

BQP part of Pilgrims Europe do Red Tractor B&B pigs.

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Conversion of Existing Buildings

How does it work?

New Build Opportunities in pig farming

Due to continued growth Pilgrim's are looking for more farmers to join our successful operation.

How does it work?

From Plot to Pigs

Becoming a supplier to BQP

Process of setting up with a New Build

Farming opportunities with Pilgrim’s Europe

Whether you are an existing pig farmer or thinking about venturing into B&B pig farming, we can work with you every step of the way.

New Build Opportunities

Conversion of Existing Buildings

Breeding Opportunities

Sourcing and supplier management

Our supply chains

How we work with suppliers

Join our supply network

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