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Premier Foods is one of four firms recognised with ‘Tier 2’ status, the highest ranking of all companies included in the benchmark. It joins M&S and Waitrose in achieving the accolade for the second year running.

The award is reserved for companies that have made farm animal welfare an integral part of their business strategy and achieved a score of between 62-80% against all BBFAW criteria.

Premier Foods continues to collaborate with NGOs including Compassion in World Farming and Four Paws, and it has also been singled out for particularly strong progress under the Better Chicken Commitment.

Gareth Pullan, director of procurement at Premier Foods, said: “I’m delighted we have been recognised as one of the top global performers on animal welfare by the BBFAW. This clearly demonstrates the commitment of our procurement colleagues as they maintain their focus on safeguarding and improving welfare standards within our supply chain.

“As one of the UK’s largest food producers we have an extensive and complex supply chain, which enables us to drive meaningful progress for both our business and support our suppliers to do the same. We have integrated farm animal welfare into our procurement approach and contracts, reviewing supplier performance on an annual basis and conducting additional spot checks.

“Through the commitments in our Enriching Life Plan and our ongoing collaboration with colleagues, suppliers, and industry partners, we remain committed to driving continuous improvements in animal welfare.”