Alpro, based in Burton Latimer, will invest millions of pounds to produce its oat drink from 100% British raw materials. The company, owned by Danone, aims to reduce its environmental impact and support local agriculture. The oats will primarily be supplied within 80 miles of the Alpro factory and Navara Oat Mill, near Kettering. The collaboration between Alpro and Navara Oat Mill, located just eight miles apart, significantly reduces food miles. James Skidmore, of Navara Oat Milling, emphasizes how this investment creates new opportunities for oat farmers. The increased use of plant-based ingredients is transforming the agricultural industry. Alpro's support of British agriculture offers farmers greater options and growth potential. This investment increases the resilience and sustainability of crops. The project aims to strengthen the local economy and promote sustainable farming practices. Local production reduces dependence on imports, improving traceability. Alpro confirms its commitment to more sustainable and locally sourced products. The partnership represents a step forward in the production of plant-based foods. The initiative supports British agriculture and the production of high-quality oats.
Alpro's Kettering plant has been producing one-litre plant-based drinks for customers in the UK and Ireland since 2000. Over the past decade, as demand for Alpro's plant-based drinks has grown, it has invested in expanding its production capacity, employing a team of around 200 people.
