Strong growth was noted in Albert Bartlett’s frozen food business, which launched in 2015 with the acquisition of a frozen potato processing facility in Norfolk. Initially launching with three lines, this has now been doubled to six.
January 15, 2018
Potato firm Albert Bartlett reports drop in profits despite increase in sales
Sales at potato firm Albert Bartlett have climbed 18 per cent to £146m, but operating profit was again impacted by price pressures in the supply chain.
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Ireland's favorite potato, The Albert Bartlett's Rooster Potato is coming to Canada, just in time for Saint Patrick’s Day on March 17, 2016
March 14, 2016
Ireland's favorite potato is coming to Canada - Albert Bartlett Rooster Potatoes
Ireland's favorite potato, Albert Bartlett's Rooster Potatoes are coming to Canada, just in time for Saint Patrick’s Day on March 17, 2016
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October 23, 2013
Ireland's maincrop potato harvest now 30% complete
Approximately 30 per cent of this year’s maincrop potato harvest in Ireland is now in store with growers expecting to have all remaining field work will be completed well before Christmas.
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Ad for Albert Bartlett Rooster potatoes features Dallas Star
October 23, 2012
Ad for Albert Bartlett Rooster potatoes features Dallas Star
Albert Bartlett Rooster Potatoes has signed up another ex-Desperate Housewives star as the face of the brand, with Jesse Metcalfe featuring in the new ad. Metcalfe, currently starring in Dallas as Christopher Ewing, is seen ‘raising the temperature of...
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Scottish Rooster potatoes hit US shelves at Wal-Mart
October 02, 2012
Scottish Rooster potatoes hit US shelves at Wal-Mart
Scottish potato producer, Albert Bartlett, announced plans on Sunday to target growth in the U.S. market, after partnering with supermarket giant Wal-Mart to supply its Rooster brand of potatoes.
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The Kind Edward potato is familiar to 84% of UK adult potato eaters, making it the most recognized potato variety in the United Kingdom
February 23, 2012
King Edward potato most recognized potato variety in the UK
Recent findings from YouGov SixthSense reveal that the Kind Edward potato is familiar to 84% of UK adult potato eaters, making it the most recognized potato variety. The Maris Piper (83%) and Jersey Royal (81%) closely follow. Meanwhile, potato variet...
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Irish Potato growers facing retail and cost challenges
November 07, 2011
Irish Potato growers facing retail and cost challenges
The Irish Farmers’ Association has today (Mon) launched a comprehensive survey of potato growing in Ireland, Trends &Challenges in Irish Potato Production, which identifies the power of the retail multiples as an increasing threat to the viability ...
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January 10, 2011
Potato producer Albert Bartlett sees profits grow 67% after TV star's ads
A television campaign featuring Desperate Housewives’ Marcia Cross helped boost profits at Airdrie-based vegetable giant Albert Bartlett by 67.6% last year to £9.9 million.
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Potato Company Albert Bartlett signs up Desperate Housewives star
September 02, 2009
Potato Company Albert Bartlett signs up Desperate Housewives star
Desparate Housewives star Marcia Cross has been signed up by potato company Albert Bartlett. Marcia will front the new rooster potato ad campaign which is the biggest yet by the UK’s leading fresh potato supplier. John Hicks, marketing manager for Al...
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