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Riverford sales rise 6% as UK organics market enjoys biggest boom in two decades

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Sarah ButlerFebruary 3, 2026 at 06:00 AM
Riverford sales rise 6% as UK organics market enjoys biggest boom in two decades
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Riverford, a UK vegetable box delivery company, reported a 6% sales increase to £117m in the year to May 2025, mirroring the UK organic food and drink market's nearly 9% growth, the largest in two decades. This boom is attributed to consumers seeking healthy food from trusted sources. Riverford's success allowed them to distribute a £1.1m bonus to employees. While sales of organic meat were strong, operating profits decreased to £3.4m due to the company absorbing rising costs related to wages, energy, and Brexit-related import paperwork. Riverford anticipates continued growth in the organic sector, despite ongoing challenging trading conditions and inflation affecting suppliers.

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Germany 30% Denmark 30% France 40% Spain 40% Devon 40% Brexit ×250% Soil Association 60% Rob Haward ×570% UK ×380% Riverford ×590%

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organic market 100% riverford 90% food sales 70% trusted sources 70% organic meat 60% healthy food 60% rising costs 60% uk 50% brexit 50%

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Center-Left (-0.40)
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United Kingdom

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