WSH calls for improved milk standards

Westbury Street Holdings (WSH) has committed to sourcing 100% RSPCA Assured milk in the UK by the end of 2025 – and is also urging other foodservice companies to commit to purchasing milk from suppliers with higher welfare standards. The company’s first partner farm, contracted by Wells Farm Dairy, achieved the accreditation recently, and is supporting its other farms and suppliers with the aim of achieving the same level over the next eight months.

RSPCA Assured welfare standards require that certified farms provide physically and mentally stimulating environments for their animals, as well as space to move and stay active. Also, antibiotic use must be responsible and for the animals’ welfare, not routine, and products must be traceable. 

'So valuable'
Kevin Dunford, head of food and UK agricultural procurement for WSH, said: “From a transparency perspective, working directly with our farms is so valuable. Whether we’re looking at fair pricing or driving standards up, we’re able to visit the farms, talk to the farmers and understand what their challenges are.”

Kerry Snudden, senior commercial account manager at RSPCA Assured, added: “By working with RSPCA Assured member farms, WSH is helping to improve the lives of dairy cows, as well as supporting the incredible farmers who are dedicated to higher welfare. We hope this move will inspire others in the food sector to follow suit.”

WSH serves some 2.6m meals each day and purchases 9m litres of milk per year.