Manufacturer Henry Bell & Co is celebrating its 200th anniversary this year.
Established in Grantham, Lincolnshire, back in 1825, first as a grain mill, then a supplier of seeds and fertilisers, and more recently pet and wildlife products.
Henry Bell has had the same family at the helm for four generations – current managing director Thomas Lee, is the great-grandson of Rothwell Lee, who bought the business in 1927.
The company’s brands include the Henry Bell Wild Bird Care Collection, EquiGlo Horse Feeds featuring Quick Soak 10 Minute Beet and Cooked Full Fat Linseed, Mr Johnson’s small animal feeds and Dog Gone Fishin’ natural fish treats, as well as own-label manufacturing capabilities.
Henry Bell & Co is also a major producer of micronised cereals, pulses, sugar beet and maize for the UK and overseas markets.
Thomas Bell said: “Sometimes, it’s good to sit back and look how far you’ve come.
“In our case, it’s been two whole centuries of evolution! Growing and thriving in this sector is a remarkable achievement and something we are immensely proud of. We are backed by a knowledgeable, experienced and enthusiastic team, and have embraced emerging technology and continued to nurture and refine our skills.
“Quality underpins every part of our business. It is the cornerstone of our success and the foundation on which all our products are made. We have hit this major milestone running and we’re as passionate and committed as ever to making a big difference and delivering the very best to our customers.”