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▲ Keston Williams ( all images James King Photographer )
introduction of its new kernelling operation last year . Initially launched in the hospitality sector , Freshlock ® has been a tremendous hit amongst a number of high street restaurants , and Barfoots is enthusiastic about bringing this experience to the home , announcing its upcoming retail debut .
“ We have focused Freshlock ® into food service . You can already buy Freshlock ® products in a number of high street restaurants , particularly those selling sweetcorn products . However , we wanted to bring this innovation directly to the consumer at home ,” Keston reveals . “ Freshlock ® sweetcorn will be launched for the first time in Ocado in a few weeks ’ time . It ’ s our first launch into the world of retail with this product and works really , really well .”
Cultivating excellence
Additionally , Barfoots has significantly invested in its infrastructure to further bolster its sustainability efforts . Last year , it was proud to collaborate with leading clean energy solutions provider , Plug Me In , on a large-scale solar energy system across its two Sussex facilities . This took the form of a twoyear solar installation project , with Plug Me In managing the design , planning , network approval , and handrail installation . Combining Barfoots ’ exemplary engineering team and Plug Me In ’ s wealth of expertise , the project was a great success and remains one of the largest solar installations in the UK . Whilst assisting Barfoots in its mission to be selfsufficient in energy , the solar system will have a monumental impact on the surrounding
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