Naturaw Secures Six-Figure Funding for Expansion

Naturaw Pet Food, a leading UK supplier of raw pet food, has secured significant funding from NPIF II Mercia Debt Finance, facilitated by Mercia Ventures. The investment, a six-figure growth package, will assist Naturaw in expanding operations at Wetherby's Thorp Arch Estate by enabling the fit-out of a new unit, increasing production capacities, and providing additional working capital. The company, notable for sustainable practices, rapidly expanded its workforce and has received acclaim for sustainable development, including the King's Award for Enterprise. Founded by Jess Warneken, Naturaw emphasizes natural, raw pet nutrition, growing its market presence and doubling its turnover every two years. Mercia Ventures and the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund (NPIF II), aimed at fostering regional economic growth through financial backing of promising SMEs, served instrumental roles in facilitating this expansion. Local stakeholders, including Leeds City Council and the British Business Bank, have supported the initiative, highlighting Naturaw's impact on regional economic resilience.