Alistair Crown was the first person to produce charcuterie in Northern Ireland using the pork from his herd of free-range Saddleback pigs. As it is a closed herd, there is little chance of disease therefore they do not routinely vaccinate or administer antibiotics.  They are passionate about high welfare for their animals and sustainable farming.

They currently keep between 150 – 200 pigs at any time and ensure all their pigs are free range, 12 months of the year and enjoy a natural cereal diet sourced locally and supplemented with local vegetables.

The award-winning range includes chorizo and salamis, nduja and air-dried meats. Demand grew so much that he had to build a state-of-the-art factory just 5 minutes from the farm.

He also does hog roasts for weddings and parties.