About us
Since 1870 the Robertson family have been producing quality Scottish pork in Ayrshire. Little has changed in terms of quality, recipes and service, although the highest modern standards of hygiene, processing and refrigeration are applied throughout the plant.
The original John Robertson was followed into the business by his sons Robert and Andrew. In due course, the reins were taken up by John, Dennis and Humphrey, all sons of Robert Robertson.
The current Directors, Iain and Humphrey are great-grandsons of the founder and their sons, Gareth and Barry continue the line. Iain and Humphrey have been involved in the company since they were children, working during school holidays gaining knowledge and understanding of how the business operates.
Iain was always more involved in the production areas, with Humphrey leaning more to the sales and administration side of the business. They have both spent some time working with other companies in the industry, gaining valuable experience and knowledge.
This experience, together with hard work and determination and a high level of commitment and dedication from staff, has allowed them to expand the business to a turnover in excess of £10m per annum.
Aileen Brown, the Company’s finance director, qualified as a chartered accountant with Bannerman, Johnstone and Maclay in 1991. She is a member of the chartered accountants of Scotland and joined John Robertson’s in 1994, and was appointed financial director of the Company in 1997.
From the original John Robertson to the current directors and fourth generation Iain and Humphrey, the focus has always been on a commitment to quality.
Our recipes are traditional, handed down through the family, and we are now the only producers of genuine Ayrshire bacon in Ayrshire! The Company has a full export licence and are members of the ‘Farm Assured from Scotland’ scheme run by Quality Meat Scotland.
Our smoked meats are prepared in our own smokehouse, and we only use wholesome cuts of pork for our sausages with a natural balance of fat to lean with no extra fat added to bulk the meat out. All contain a minimum of 65% pork which we prepare to ensure a succulent texture and the full flavour that makes our sausages famous.
We produce a full range of Scottish pork and bacon products and have the flexibility to respond to requests for new products and short delivery times. Butchers, delicatessens, restaurants and hotels throughout Scotland insist on our pork!
