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Your Favourite Fries: Balle Farms & Mr Chips Foodservice Range

Balle Farms & Mr Chips Foodservice Range

When it comes to sourcing high-quality, locally grown potato products for the foodservice industry, few names carry the legacy and reliability of Balle Farms and Mr Chips. Proudly New Zealand-owned and operated, these brands offer a true field-to-fork solution — delivering premium frozen chips, wedges, and kumara products straight from their farms to your kitchen.

Locally Grown, Locally Owned

Balle Farms, part of the Balle Bros Group, has been farming in New Zealand since 1949. With growing operations in Pukekohe, Waikato, Hawke’s Bay, and Canterbury, they supply over 85% of the potatoes used by Mr Chips — ensuring full control over quality, sustainability, and traceability. [www.mrchips.co.nz]

This commitment to local sourcing means every chip, wedge, and kumara product is made from 100% New Zealand-grown produce, supporting Kiwi farmers and reducing food miles.

Mr Chips: A Trusted Name in Foodservice

For over 50 years, Mr Chips has been a household name in New Zealand, known for its golden, crunchy chips served at sports events, takeaways, and restaurants across the country. Today, Mr Chips continues to innovate with a wide range of foodservice-ready products, including:

  • Uncoated chips under the classic Mr Chips brand
  • Premium coated and skin-on chips under the Balle Farms label
  • Sweet potato (kumara) chips made from locally grown Kaipara and Pukekohe kumara

All products are gluten-free, vegan, halal, and non-GMO, making them ideal for diverse foodservice menus.

Why NZ Chefs Choose Balle Farms & Mr Chips

  • Consistent quality from farm to plate
  • Locally sourced ingredients with full traceability
  • Wide product range for restaurants, cafés, caterers, and takeaways
  • Trusted brand with decades of experience in New Zealand hospitality
  • Sustainable farming and processing practices

Available Through The Produce Company

As a leading supplier to New Zealand’s foodservice industry, The Produce Company is proud to a range range of Balle Farms and Mr Chips products. Whether you're looking for classic chips, coated wedges, or kumara fries, we’ve got the perfect solution for your kitchen.

Order Now – Stock Up on Local Goodness!

Bring the taste of New Zealand to your customers with premium potato products from Balle Farms and Mr Chips.
Click here to order through The Produce Company and get these local legends on your menu.

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