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Six months since its launch, UK-based dairy brand All Things Butter has closed a seed funding round totalling £2.2 million. The round follows the brand’s successful launch into national retailers, where All Things Butter sold almost 250,000 blocks of butter within its first six months of launch. With the new capital, All Things Butter aims to fuel further roll out into additional national retailers and establish an international supply chain. The funding round was led by private equity firm, Access Industries, and saw support from Active Partners, the consumer-focused investment firm behind healthy fast-food chain Leon and Honest Burgers. It drew continued support from Hollywood producers Josey McNamara and Thomas Ackerley who produced 2023 movies, Barbie and Saltburn. As well as supporting All Things Butter’s UK distribution, the investment is set to open an international supply chain to reach US and Middle Eastern markets. The brand also looks to further expand its product portfolio for 2024, adding to its existing four-strong range of butters – Salted, Unsalted, Garlic & Herb and Chilli. All Things Butter launched in November 2023 and aims to disrupt the traditional, heritage-led dairy industry with the first chef-led approach with a flavour range. The brand produces its butter at Brue Valley Farm in Glastonbury, UK, where manufacturers churn British cream twice – rather than once, – resulting in 'fresh and creamy' butter. Toby Hopkinson, co-founder of All Things Butter, said: “We are delighted to close our second round of investment to continue fuelling the growth of All Things Butter. At only six months since launch, we are incredibly grateful for the commitment from our new and existing investors which will allow us to accelerate our journey even further.” He continued: “We have a clear mission to bring heritage butter to modern foodies, showcasing that great butter can elevate everyday eating and even hold nutritional value".