The Open Doors Programme Sustainable Supplier Spotlight: Legghorn

One year ago, Bidfood revealed its first group of listed suppliers on the path to acceleration through its SME scheme, the Open Doors Programme. 

As one of the leading foodservice providers, Bidfood understands its role in the food ecosystem and recognises the importance of fostering innovation and supporting emerging businesses within the industry.

Through the Open Doors Programme, Bidfood has provided its customers with first-hand access to the most innovative, nutritious and sustainable products to align with their needs and values.

With over 70% of adults thinking it’s important to have a healthy and sustainable diet[1], Bidfood is spotlighting a new Open Doors supplier ticking those boxes: Legghorn.

What is Legghorn?

Legghorn is made from 420-day-old Breeder Hen meat. An ingredient traditionally overlooked, it’s full of rich flavour and perfectly fit for the plate. Long treated as a waste product, the meat offers a compelling opportunity: it’s delicious, dramatically lower in carbon, and a smarter way to honour the whole animal.

Why do we love Legghorn?

1. Meaningful sustainability benefits – With just 0.53kg of carbon per kilo, compared to 20-30kg for traditional beef, Legghorn has the potential to significantly reduce the food industry’s carbon footprint. At full capacity, they're targeting carbon savings of 1000 tonnes monthly – a potential of 12 million kilograms of CO₂ saved every year – that’s equivalent to taking approximately 2600 cars off the road for a year!
2. Chef approved – Celebrated by chefs across contract catering and high-end restaurants for its flavour, Legghorn’s Red Tractor, antibiotic-free, BRC A Grade mince is not only tasty, but rich in protein, iron, zinc, selenium and vitamins A and B, making it a more nutritious choice. 
3. Optimised for the busy kitchen – Thanks to its versatility, Legghorn mince fits into a wide range of dishes from ragù to burgers.

Discover more about Open Doors here: www.bidfood.co.uk/about-us/open-doors/

And to find out more about Legghorn, please visit: legghorn.com/ - available from Bidfood

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[1] Mintel, Sustainability in Food, 2024