Dairy

Milk Export Boom

This new scheme could open a new £150m global market for fresh, Scottish-produced milk

New scheme proposes new global market for Scottish dairy produce

Lakeland Dairies increases October milk prices with added sustainability incentives for ROI and NI suppliers Ref:RH060323110 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Lakeland Dairies increases October milk prices with added sustainability incentives for ROI and NI suppliers Ref:RH060323110 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Milk Price Rises

Lakeland Dairies raises October milk prices with new sustainability incentives

The annual dairy seminar saw deep discussion into the protection and advancement of Scotland's dairy sector.

The annual dairy seminar saw deep discussion into the protection and advancement of Scotland's dairy sector.

Milk export plan

Chair of Scottish Dairy Growth Board proposes milk exports to Morocco

Milk production soars to record highs, pressuring dairy prices

Milk production soars to record highs, pressuring dairy prices

Soaraway volumes pressure milk prices in Q2 as cash position remains tenuous

NFU monitors Yew Tree acquisition for farmer impact Ref:RH080623039 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

NFU monitors Yew Tree acquisition for farmer impact Ref:RH080623039 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Farmers Await News

NFU urges Müller to keep farmers informed as Yew Tree acquisition moves ahead

November milk price hike boosts industry amid strong demand Ref:RH230320040 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

November milk price hike boosts industry amid strong demand Ref:RH230320040 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Dairy Gains Ahead

Milk price hikes in November: Arla, Müller and First Milk lead the charge

GDT index rose a massive 4.8% points on the previous sale on Tuesday

GDT index rose a massive 4.8% points on the previous sale on Tuesday

Global Dairy Trade

GDT price index rises 4.8% points on last sale

The partnership is new

The partnership is new

Sustainable Dairy

Tesco partners with milk suppliers to transform dairy sustainability

Bryce Cunningham and Danny Campbell

Bryce Cunningham and Danny Campbell

crowdfunding challenge

Mossgiel seeks kindness as crowdfunder gains traction against big dairy

Tom Calver of Westcombe Dairy in Westcombe Somerset. He is the director and his company produced some of the cheese which was stolen from Neal's Yard Dairy.

Tom Calver of Westcombe Dairy in Westcombe Somerset. He is the director and his company produced some of the cheese which was stolen from Neal's Yard Dairy.

Cheddar Cheese Theft

Man arrested in connection with theft of 22 tonnes of Cheddar cheese

Frightening longer-term trend of reduction for livestock in Scotland

Frightening longer-term trend of reduction for livestock in Scotland

Alarming Decline

Falling stock numbers in Scotland raise fears for farmers after census results

Cheese, stock image.

Cheese, stock image.

Cheddar Heist: £300K

Theft of ‘lorryloads of posh cheese’ a very difficult loss, says supplier

NFU Cymru calls for government and consumer support as Welsh dairy farmers face increasing challenges Ref:RH060323110 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

NFU Cymru calls for government and consumer support as Welsh dairy farmers face increasing challenges Ref:RH060323110 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Save Welsh Dairy

Welsh dairy farming faces crisis as over 280 farms exit the industry

Müller UK and Ireland completes acquisition of Yew Tree Dairy to boost export capabilities and strengthen the British dairy industry Ref:RH230320041 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Müller UK and Ireland completes acquisition of Yew Tree Dairy to boost export capabilities and strengthen the British dairy industry Ref:RH230320041 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

CMA approves Müller’s acquisition of Yew Tree Dairy, boosting UK dairy exports

Data at the touch of a button.

Data at the touch of a button.

Eco-friendly Dairy

John Deere and DeLaval launch groundbreaking Milk Sustainability Center

It is believed that the potential changes relate to exclusivity and the unforseen impacts of the tiered pricing provisions Ref:RH210723023 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

It is believed that the potential changes relate to exclusivity and the unforseen impacts of the tiered pricing provisions Ref:RH210723023 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

UK farming unions demand government clarity on new dairy contracts legislation

Cottage Cheese Boom

Scots dairy firm hails great cottage cheese revival

Grahams Family Dairy has recently bolstered its sales with an expanding portfolio of products

Grahams Family Dairy has recently bolstered its sales with an expanding portfolio of products

Graham's Family Dairy sees sales growth in traditional and high-protein lines

Dairy is still being favoured

Dairy is still being favoured

Dairy Wins Again

Nearly four out of five students still opting for dairy over plant alternatives

Approximately 450,000 individuals dependent on food charities lack access to fresh dairy products Ref:RH230320041 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Approximately 450,000 individuals dependent on food charities lack access to fresh dairy products Ref:RH230320041 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Arla launches initiative to provide fresh dairy to those in need nationwide

More than 500 dairy cattle sell to £3000 at Carlisle

SLOAN FAMILY from Domieston won the prestigious Supercow honours at the 2023 event with Sloan's Carnbus Piston Maby, pictured with Margo Scott from Lockharts Law

SLOAN FAMILY from Domieston won the prestigious Supercow honours at the 2023 event with Sloan's Carnbus Piston Maby, pictured with Margo Scott from Lockharts Law

New bigger and better format for West of Scotland Dairy Show

Kilmaurs Mains team, Bob, David, Cammy, Andy, Ian, Douglas and Andy Ref: RH220824051 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer...

Kilmaurs Mains team, Bob, David, Cammy, Andy, Ian, Douglas and Andy Ref: RH220824051 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer...

Ayrshire's Best

John Deere tractors drive Kilmaurs Mains' success in Ayrshire contracting

Rising milk prices should bolster profits ahead of the 2023/2024 milk year

Rising milk prices should bolster profits ahead of the 2023/2024 milk year

Brighter Days Ahead

Trends and Prices

After a difficult year milk profits set to rise to £590/cow for 2024/25

Mossgiel Farm is the first dairy farm in the UK to ditch single-use plastics

Mossgiel Farm is the first dairy farm in the UK to ditch single-use plastics

Zero-Waste Dairy

Scottish farm with links to Robert Burns 'taking on big dairy' with new facility plan

Dairy farmers see higher farmgate milk prices in October Ref:RH080623039 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Dairy farmers see higher farmgate milk prices in October Ref:RH080623039 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Dairy farmers benefit from rising prices as October milk demand stays strong

Andrew Vickery, head of rural services at Old Mill.

Andrew Vickery, head of rural services at Old Mill.

Profit Freefall

Report unveiled at show reveals sharp drop in dairy profits in 2023/24

Dairy cows grazing quality grass.

Dairy cows grazing quality grass.

Dairy Contracts

NFU to host in-depth look at new dairy contracts

NZ Fonterra unveils a revised strategy to enhance value for farmers through a focus on high-performing ingredients and foodservice Ref:RH060323130 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

NZ Fonterra unveils a revised strategy to enhance value for farmers through a focus on high-performing ingredients and foodservice Ref:RH060323130 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Strategy Unveiled

NZ Fonterra launches revised strategy to boost farmer value and foodservice focus

The Dairy Showcase was created by the government in partnership with the Dairy Export Taskforce (image: AHDB)

The Dairy Showcase was created by the government in partnership with the Dairy Export Taskforce (image: AHDB)

Dairy Exports Rise

UK dairy exports hit £2b as international buyers explore Dairy Showcase

Within the UK Wales is at the forefront of school milk provision Ref:RH230320042 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Within the UK Wales is at the forefront of school milk provision Ref:RH230320042 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Milk for schools

UK government urged to expand school milk schemes following Welsh success model

A dozen dairy farms have been served notice

A dozen dairy farms have been served notice

12 Dairies Dropped

Scottish dairy farmers blindsided as Lactalis drops a dozen contracts

South-west milk producers have received devastating news

South-west milk producers have received devastating news

Contract Loss Looms

Lactalis gives 12 Scottish milk producers 12 months' notice to end contracts

Labour shortages threaten UK dairy farms Ref:RH080623040 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Labour shortages threaten UK dairy farms Ref:RH080623040 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Food Crisis Ahead

Arla Foods survey reveals UK food security at risk due to labour shortages on farms

World School Milk Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of September Ref:RH230320041 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

World School Milk Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of September Ref:RH230320041 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Milk for Growth

World School Milk Day: Celebrating the vital role of milk in children's nutrition

Judge Steven Hunter pictured with the champion Stowbeck Chief Mavis, handler Brodie Ridley and Charlie Craddock of sponsors Finance For Farms

Judge Steven Hunter pictured with the champion Stowbeck Chief Mavis, handler Brodie Ridley and Charlie Craddock of sponsors Finance For Farms

Milking averages improve at Border and Lakeland Club sale, Carlisle

The Dairy Roadmap continues to lead the way in promoting a sustainable future for dairy

The Dairy Roadmap continues to lead the way in promoting a sustainable future for dairy

dairy supply chain

Dairy roadmap boosts sustainability at annual stakeholder forum

Steve Evans pictured with his cows before they left the farm. Picture: Steve Evans

Steve Evans pictured with his cows before they left the farm. Picture: Steve Evans

Dairy farmer quits after heartbreak of bovine TB

Updates to the SenseHub Dairy Youngstock systems means that any irregular patterns that point to ill health are highlighted on a smartphone or desktop app to enable earlier intervention

Updates to the SenseHub Dairy Youngstock systems means that any irregular patterns that point to ill health are highlighted on a smartphone or desktop app to enable earlier intervention

Transform Calf Care

SenseHub ensures better start for to life for dairy calves

Sales of organic dairy products have risen on the year

Sales of organic dairy products have risen on the year

Figures from AHDB

Demand for organic dairy produce improves on the year

Champion winner from Michael Lawrence sold for £2800

Champion winner from Michael Lawrence sold for £2800

Dairy cattle reach £2800 at Bentham sale

Milk prices have been increasing in recent months but how high will they go?

Milk prices have been increasing in recent months but how high will they go?

Will milk prices reach 50p per litre? – Chris Walkland tells all

Cattle and sheep numbers are at a record low

Cattle and sheep numbers are at a record low

Cattle and sheep numbers are at a record low – new figures

Orkney dairies are looking for investment

Orkney dairies are looking for investment

Dairy Plan Approved

Orkney council discuss dairy cash injection

UK Dairy Day recently celebrated their 10th anniversary event (image: UK Dairy Day 2024)

UK Dairy Day recently celebrated their 10th anniversary event (image: UK Dairy Day 2024)

10 years strong

UK Dairy Day 2024: 10th Anniversary draws huge crowds and top awards

Defra's annual survey reveals a continued decline in England's cattle and sheep populations Ref:RH220423196 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Defra's annual survey reveals a continued decline in England's cattle and sheep populations Ref:RH220423196 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Record low levels

Defra reports record low in England's sheep and cattle populations

The dairy competition closes on October 18

The dairy competition closes on October 18

Udderly good news: UK Dairy Competition opens for entries and 2024 judge announced

Feed Efficiency Matters

Increase milk value and improve carbon footprint with sugar beet feed

Global Dairy Trade (GDT) price index decreased 0.4% at the latest trading event which is the first decrease since the beginning of July

Global Dairy Trade (GDT) price index decreased 0.4% at the latest trading event which is the first decrease since the beginning of July

Index down 0.4%

GDT price index falls 0.4% – first decline since July

Borderway Dairy Day

Covington Radical Flow leads Monthly Dairy Day sale at Carlisle for the Baillies

GB milk supplies remain stable

GB milk supplies remain stable

GB milk supplies remain stable despite challenging weather

Champion and reserve Holstein winners with the judge, Aubrey Greenhalgh. Supreme was Warnelview Newport from the Wilsons which later sold for 3500gns, with the reserve presented to the Hodgson's Wormanby Ally

Champion and reserve Holstein winners with the judge, Aubrey Greenhalgh. Supreme was Warnelview Newport from the Wilsons which later sold for 3500gns, with the reserve presented to the Hodgson's Wormanby Ally

6000gns Top Price

Top price of 6000gns and an average of £3010 at Carlisle dairy bull sale

The Biolectric anaerobic digester at Askham Bryan College's dairy farm

The Biolectric anaerobic digester at Askham Bryan College's dairy farm

The Electric Cow

College hails new 'Electric Cow' digester as 'investment in the future of farming'

Former Lanarkshire publican lays plans to expand his milk round

Former Lanarkshire publican lays plans to expand his milk round

Milk on the rise

Former Lanarkshire publican lays out plans to expand his milk round