PORTADOWN firm Kestrel Foods was secured a deal with Tesco to stock its new range of fruit and nut snacks.
The contract, worth around £130,000, will see its Forest Feast Street Food range on the shelves of Tesco stores across Northern Ireland.
The 150g bags of mixed nuts and fruits were inspired by the sights, sounds and spices of the world’s street food ‘hot spots’, such as the smoky barbecue pits of the American deep south or the idyllic tropical beaches of Thailand.
Steven Murphy, buyer at Tesco Northern Ireland, said: “With a 20-year heritage in food production, Kestrel Foods is one of the province’s biggest food success stories and we’re pleased to be bringing its latest product innovation to stores here.
“Through Tesco Northern Ireland’s Taste campaign, our number one priority is identifying quality, local produce and working with the businesses to introduce their products to Northern Ireland consumers – and beyond – through a range of initiatives that include in-store sampling, event attendance and marketing support.”
Tim McVicker, commercial director at Kestrel Foods added: “2015 was a fantastic year for us at Kestrel Foods and what a way to enter a new year with this latest Tesco Northern Ireland deal. Our new product range will be stocked in 24 stores across Northern Ireland, strengthening our existing relationship with Tesco Northern Ireland, who we have been in partnership with since 1997."
