Food Chain - Issue 195 - August 2023 | Page 110

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significant growth , which has seen the company ’ s workforce expand from six members to 85 employees .
Today , the company is based in Osney Mead , Oxford , and known across the UK as one of the nation ’ s leading butchers , which works alongside esteemed clients such as the Oxford University , Cambridge University , and the Palace of Westminster . For perspective , Aldens has impressively seen the country ruled by ten monarchs , led by 45 prime ministers , battle two world wars and eight pandemics , all without showing signs of going anywhere , anytime soon .
Even in the present day , its entire range of meat , fish , and fresh produce is cut by hand , and the business has continued to uphold its values of great tasting meat , provenance that customers can trust , the highest welfare standards , traditional craft butchery , and first-class customer service . In providing its high quality goods , Aldens has developed wonderful relationships with its farmers and producers over the years . These in turn ensure that the company ’ s supply chain remains strong and fruitful , in terms of guaranteeing the highest quality produce available .
From farm to folk
The enterprise employs a strict regime of testing and full-traceability initiatives for the comfort and peace of mind of its clientele . Each of the
Overall , the business is committed to carbon neutrality
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