HOME ABOUT NEWS RECIPES / TIPS CONTACT DRYSDALES Always the Solution DRYSDALES Always the Solution Drysdales is a long-established, innovative agricultural business located in the Scottish Borders. The company has developed from its origins as a farm-based enterprise to a nationwide processor of added-value, locally grown vegetables. DISCOVER MORE WHAT MAKES US DRYSDALES and shapes our future Drysdales benefits from a highly-motivated, loyal workforce. Employing from 130 to 300 people at any one time, we are committed to supporting the local community, and are one of the largest independent employers in the region. Our people 1234567 OPTION A WORKFORCE creating employment THE AUTOMATED SPROUT PEELER looking to the future ACCREDITATIONS FROM THE TRADE Drysdales are committed to the concept of a viable agriculture which is environmentally, socially & ethically acceptable. Thus ensuring the continuity and supply of wholesome, affordable food while conserving and enhancing the fabric and wildlife of the British countryside for future generations, utilising the principles of Integrated Crop Management. The maintenance of the quality management system ensures continual improvement of all matters relating to food safety, legality and quality. MORE ABOUT OUR ACCREDITATIONS Please contact our technical department at technical@rkdrysdale.co.uk for up-to-date copies of our certifications. NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT Shredded Swede Low calorie, low GI and wheat free. A healthy, nutritional alternative to carbohydrates. Shredded swede is so versatile and can be cooked in a variety of ways: boiled, steamed, microwaved, stir fried. Shredded Leeks and Sprouts Leeks and sprouts which are outside our customers specifications but are perfect in every other way. Shredded for a convenient and quick stir fry base. Kalettes ® kalettes ® are a new innovative type of brassica developed by crossing brussel sprouts with kale to suit modern consumers. The result - a brand new vegetable which looks like a little, tiny cabbage with green frilly leaves and twice the amount of vitamin C than standard brussels sprouts! After a quick rinse kalettes® can be steamed, microwaved, stir fried, boiled or blanched. ABOUT US senior management team Chris Keenan Chairman chrisk@rkdrysdale.co.uk Chris has been with Drysdales in a non-executive capacity for over thirty years and as Managing Director for twenty years. Gavin Milne Managing Director 01368 830 448, ext. 201 gavinm@rkdrysdale.co.uk Gavin as Managing Director has an avid interest in business improvement and in finding ways of making processes operate more effectively. John Inglis Commercial & Customer Compliance Manager 01368 830 448, ext. 222 johni@rkdrysdale.co.uk Selena Nichol Finance Director 01368 830 448, ext. 204 selenan@rkdrysdale.co.uk Ian McLachlan Facilities Director 01368 830 448, ext. 222 ianm@rkdrysdale.co.uk Ian manages the whole farming operation and was promoted to the Drysdale board in 2014 Kenny Blair Procurement and Logistics Manager 01368 830 448, ext. 205 kennyb@rkdrysdale.co.uk With 40 years of Drysdale's service, Kenny is now responsible for all procurement of 3rd party crop and logistics. Colin Young Factory Manager 01368 830 448, ext. 306 coliny@rkdrysdale.co.uk RECIPES AND TIPS fun new ways to cook with our vegetables WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU click here to send us any recipe ideas you might have QUICK TIPS see more in our recipe section QUICK TIP "A CHEF" SPROUTS Why not do this with your sprouts Dont be tempted to cross the bottom like your granny used to do. This makes them soggy and bitter. MORE RECIPES RECIPE IDEA "A CHEF" SWEDE Why not do this with your swedes Peri Peri Swede Chunky Chips Step 1 : Prepare swede into chunky chips as per instructions from our Farming Director. Leave as chips rather than cubes. Step 2 : Par-boil swede for approx 10 minutes Step 3 : Cover a deep pan with seasoning and cocnut oil Step 4 : Add swede chips and roll until lightly covered. Step 5 : 220C for 25 minutes. Turn halfway MORE RECIPES RECIPE IDEA "A CHEF" LEEKS Why not do this with your leeks Shredded Sprouts and Leeks Wipe a wok with olive oil. Fry 100g shredded sprouts and 100g shredded leeks for 4/5 minutes or until tender. Add what ever flavourings you like.......how about smoked paprika, or garlic, soy sauce and ginger or just a few chilli flakes MORE RECIPES Drysdales is a long-established, innovative agricultural business located in the Scottish Borders. The company has developed from its origins as a farm-based enterprise to a nationwide processor of added-value, locally grown vegetables. Quick links HOME ABOUT NEWS RECIPES / TIPS CONTACT ACCREDITATIONS Recipes Sprouts & Basil Dip BY GREEN GIANT USASPROUTS Sprouts Coleslaw BY HUNGRY GIRLSPOUTS Swede & Chorizo Rosti BY OUR MDSWEDES Contact Address Old Cambus Quarry, Cockburnspath, Berwickshire, TD13 5YS Contact information enquiries@rkdrysdale.co.uk 01368 830 448 We are social © 2021 arachnophobia web design | edinburgh "don't be scared of the web"