'It proves that here in Wales we have a modern, vibrant industry' - 2 Sisters £1.4m boost to Welsh red meat sector

The site has the capacity to slaughter and debone 2,400 cattle and 24,000 lambs per week.

Efficient

2 Sisters chief executive Ranjit Singh said the work would enable the site to become more efficient.

He said: “Investment in the boning hall will ensure we create a leaner, more efficient supply chain at our flagship facility in Wales.

“I am confident our ‘better before bigger’ strategy, with its efficiency platform, will put us in a good place for the long-term.”

Last November, 2 Sisters announced plans to close the retail packing department and move it to the firm’s facility in Bodmin, Cornwall.

Future-proof

Andrew Cracknell, managing director at 2 Sisters Red Meat, added: “The investment in our cutting operation will future-proof jobs at the site and provide the platform for additional growth in beef sales over the next decade.”

Hybu Cig Cymru chief executive Gwyn Howells said: “This major investment by 2 Sisters Food Group in Merthyr is good news for the Welsh red meat sector, and a clear demonstration of the faith it has in Welsh farmers and the quality of their livestock.

“It proves that here in Wales we have a modern, vibrant industry with high standards throughout the supply chain to ensure our meat is recognised as a quality product.”