Grower is also increasing its potato supply to the retailer
Scottish grower Stewarts of Tayside is doubling the number of raspberries it supplies to Asda, with 17.6 million berries heading to the retailer’s shelves this summer.
The increase in raspberries, which began with its first supply of 400,000 punnets last year, comes as part of a significant growth plan between Stewarts and Asda. Since then, the supply has doubled, with over 880,000 punnets expected to land in around 200 stores across the UK this summer.
Liam Stewart, managing director at Stewarts of Tayside, said: “We have a longstanding and very strong relationship with Asda, and as a family-run business it’s one we value greatly. We’re thrilled to have more than doubled our raspberry supply for 2025.
“We’ll have around 880,000 of our punnets in Asda stores across the UK in 2025, with more than 10 million extra Stewarts of Tayside raspberries going to the retailer than last year.
“With our unique location along the banks of the River Tay, all our berries enjoy a wealth of Perthshire sunshine as they ripen. That, along with the clean, fresh water that flows from the hills nearby, means they are perfectly nurtured and hydrated as they grow.
“We know Asda customers are among the most discerning across the market, and we’re proud that our produce meets their high standards of taste and quality.”
Other areas of development in Asda’s partnership with Stewarts of Tayside include an increase in potato supply, which has started over the past two years, as well as growth in its logistical support service.
“Our raspberry and potato supply to Asda in the past two years has generated a significant turnover,” Stewart said. “We have also expanded our transport network, delivering a range of products to Asda stores across the UK, which is a great boost to the business.
“Collectively, our expansion in partnership with Asda has helped create around 50 full-time jobs here in Perth, with additional seasonal employment for up to another 100 people.”
