Pilgrim's Europe Reported Growth in 2025
The company saw revenue rise to £4.12 billion as it consolidated its European poultry and pork operations.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Organic Food
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Pilgrim's Europe reported an operating profit of £268 million for 2025, an increase from £242.4 million in 2024. Total revenue reached £4.12 billion as the business integrated its poultry and pork divisions.
Why it matters
The company leveraged poultry growth and operational improvements to offset softer market conditions in the pork sector. Strategic investments and new retail partnerships helped the firm maintain its market position throughout the year.
Operating profit reached £268 million in 2025, representing an operating profit margin of 6.5% before restructuring costs. The company also invested £108.6 million into manufacturing and supply chain infrastructure.
The players
Pilgrim's Europe
This integrated food business manages poultry, pork, and prepared food operations across the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, and the Netherlands.
Waitrose
This British supermarket chain specializes in premium groceries and has entered into long-term supply partnerships for free-range pork and chicken.
Hermitage Genetics
This organization is a pig breeding company that was acquired by Pilgrim's Europe in early 2026.
The details
Pilgrim's Europe combined Moy Park, Pilgrim's UK, and Pilgrim's Food Masters into one business entity during 2025. This integration supported the launch of over 800 new products and solidified new supply agreements with retailers like Waitrose.
Timeline
Revenue reached £4.07 billion during 2024.
Operating profit totaled £268 million in 2025.
The company acquired Hermitage Genetics during the first half of 2026.
Waitrose plans to transition to 100% British free-range pork by 2027.
Culture Shift
The integration of Pilgrim's Europe operations reflects a broader shift toward supply chain consolidation and higher animal welfare standards in the food industry. This aligns with the requirements of the Waitrose Better Chicken Commitment to ensure premium product sourcing.
Consumers can expect to see more own-brand chicken products on shelves as a result of the company's exclusive supply partnerships. These changes reflect a wider retail push toward consistent sourcing standards for high-quality proteins.
The takeaway
The consolidation of food production divisions allows major suppliers to navigate volatile commodity markets through increased efficiency. Retailers continue to emphasize long-term exclusive partnerships to secure consistent product quality for consumers.
What happens next
Regulatory authorities are currently reviewing the proposed acquisition of Walker's Deli & Sausage Company by Pilgrim's Europe, with further updates expected upon approval.
Further reading
Learn more about industry trends in the Organic Food sector.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FarmingUK.
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