The project also involved upgrading its venison plant on the site near Invercargill, which chief executive David Surveyor says will free up space at its specialist beef-processing plant at Mataura.
Cows and light bulls were processed through the Lorneville plant this week, but Surveyor says the investment will also benefit deer farmers.
“We have seen a steady increase in supply volumes year on year and our farmers have been seeking more beef capacity in peak season.
“This investment meets this need, but also benefits our deer farmers because we have increased the plant’s venison processing capacity.”
