Morrisons Commits £1.6bn To Deepening Partnerships With British Farmers
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In a major vote of confidence in UK agriculture, Morrisons has today confirmed a £1.6 billion investment to strengthen long-term relationships with British farmers and food producers in 2026.
The fresh funding is geared towards multi-year partnerships with more than 2,500 growers and producers supplying the supermarket with fresh produce, meat, fish, dairy and eggs — underlining Morrisons’ ongoing commitment to domestic supply.
Rami Baitiéh, CEO at Morrisons, said: “Now, more than ever, at a time when farming is under pressure, we stand shoulder to shoulder with British farmers, providing them with long-term financial stability and practical support.”
Among the initiatives supported by this investment are:
The Morrisons Agriculture Directors Forum, launched in December 2025, where farm leaders are shaping innovation and sustainability roadmaps.
The Next Generation Farming Programme, helping young farmers gain hands-on skills across manufacturing and retail.
The first School of Sustainable Food & Farming at Harper Adams University, established in partnership with McDonald’s and the NFU to address skills gaps in the sector.
Morrisons has also pointed back to its 2023 shared-cost agreement with potato growers, which guarantees full coverage of crop costs to help mitigate financial and weather-related risks.
This level of investment reinforces Morrisons’ role as a major advocate for British agriculture, supporting producers up and down the supply chain.
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