Trading Statement

29 Sep 2006 07:01

Cranswick PLC29 September 2006 Cranswick plc ("Cranswick" or "the Company") - first half trading statement The Company has continued to perform well in the six months to 30 September 2006with total sales increasing by 12 per cent compared with the same period lastyear. Food sales showed an increase of 13 per cent, with fresh pork and sausagesshowing particularly strong growth. The performance of the pet products businesscontinued to improve. Cash generation in the period has been in line with expectations. The surplusfreehold property in pet products was disposed of at the end of the period andin August the Company took its interest in Cranswick Gourmet Bacon Limited from70% to 85%. We look to the future with optimism. The Company intends to announce its interim results on 20 November 2006. Enquiries: Cranswick plc Martin Davey, Chairman 01482 372080 (mobile 07775 576426) John Lindop, Finance Director 01482 372090 (mobile 07768 362592) This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange