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^{Note, all standard litre prices are those quoted by www.milkprices.com and are based on the following:

The liquid standard litre 4% bf, 3.3% protein, 30,000/ml Bactoscans, 200,000/ml SCC, 1 million litres a year on EODC but before seasonality, monthly profile payments, balancing, B price additions, capital retentions or annual incentive schemes. The manufacturing standard litre is to exactly the same specification with the exception of 4.2%bf and 3.4% protein.}

^{Remember this bulletin continues to be available free of charge and takes the team at Ian Potter Associates considerable time to produce. The only encouragement to keep producing it is a combination of enthusiasm, tag sales & enquiries from our readers.} ^{All views expressed in this bulletin are those of Ian Potter Associates and a shed load of dairy farmers. It is necessarily short and cannot deal with various issues that arise in any detail. As a result it must not be relied on as giving sufficient advice in any specific case. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the content but neither Ian Potter Associates nor Lydia Clare personally can accept any liability for any errors or omissions. Professional advice must always be taken before any decision is reached. For our privacy policy please click here.}

31/08/23

Arla announce September 2023 Milk Price will remain unchanged for conventional and organic milk.

From 1st September 2023, the Arla on-account price for conventional and organic milk will remain un-changed. This means the UK manufacturing price for conventional and organic milk will be 35.12ppl and 40.79ppl respectively. Arla Foods amba board director, and Arla farmer, Arthur Fearnall, said: “Inflation is finally softening albeit slowly and as a result, retail sales are picking up.

24/08/23

Omsco has today announced the adoption of a distinctive new name and visual identity.

The British farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to organic dairy will now be known and trade as Organic Herd1. The rebranding will support Organic Herd’s vision to be recognised as the sustainable organic dairy farmers cooperative. In line with this, the distinctive new Organic Herd name; vibrant, more contemporary, visual identity; and complementary brand values will provide a powerful platform from which to build its reputation as a producer of the highest quality organic milk and dairy products, as well as being a leader in championing the intrinsic benefits of organic dairy.

18/08/23

Mona Dairy unveils first UK Electric Milk Truck

Mona Dairy is making a remarkable impression this week by unveiling its groundbreaking plans: introducing the UK's first BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) tractor and trailer for milk transportation. Their unwavering commitment lies in significantly reducing the carbon footprint of their operations by transitioning to electric vehicles for milk collection, thereby propelling them towards the attainment of a net-zero status.

17/08/23

Meadow Foods to stand on for September

Meadow Foods have announced they will be holding their standard litre milk price from 1 September 2023 at 34ppl.

17/08/23

First Milk delivers stability in turbulent year

First Milk improves total returns to its farmer members and continues to increase turnover, deliver profitable growth, and progress its capital investment plans. First Milk has today published its Annual Report and Accounts for the year ending March 31, 2023, which outlines a year of continued profitable growth, as the co-operative works to deliver long-term value for its members.

17/08/23

Latest GDT Auction down 7.4%

Butter down 3.0%, average price US$4,539 tonne Cheddar up 5.8%, average price US$4,127 tonne SMP down 5.2%, average price US$2,333 tonne WMP down 10.9%, average price US$2,548 tonne

11/08/23

0.12ppl milk price increase for Wensleydale Creamery from 1st August

This results in a standard liquid litre price of 35.76ppl

11/08/23

Barbers Cheese to stand on for August

The results in a liquid standard litre price of 36.75ppl and a manufacturing litre price of 37.79ppl. Michael from Barbers commented “Unfortunately though, the markets remain distinctly downbeat, with AMPE (milk processed into butter/power) as declared by AHDB last week down 3ppl to just 27.66ppl. So any B litres for July for example paid for production above 105% of your base, will attract an 8.

11/08/23

Latest GDT Auction down 4.3%

Butter down 0.7%, average price US$4,680 tonne Cheddar down 1.4%, average price US$3,910 tonne SMP down 1.4%, average price US$2,454 tonne WMP down 8.0%, average price US$2,864/MT

11/08/23

Diversifying Income: Life after milking – Lydia Clare

Unfortunately, over the past few years, IPMS have borne witness to the challenges faced by dairy farmers who have succumbed to the ever-increasing financial pressures that come with being part of the dairy sector. If you happen to be a dairy farmer or ex dairy farmer situated within the designated catchment areas listed below and have either ceased dairy operations in the past 18 months or are contemplating such a step in the near future, an extraordinary opportunity awaits – one that could potentially transform your life! The concept of Nutrient Neutrality has emerged as a compelling legal imperative within the framework of Habitat Regulations, which prospective developers embarking on a new project must adhere to, as nutrient pollution from new building development can damage the rare ecology of protected aquatic ecosystems.

31/07/23

Pattemores to stand on for July

This results in a manufacturing standard litre price of 39.14ppl and based on a liquid standard litre 38.04ppl.

31/07/23

Arla to Stand on for August for conventional and organic milk.

From 1st August 2023, the Arla on-account price for conventional and organic milk will remain unchanged. This means the UK manufacturing price for conventional and organic milk will be 35.12ppl and 40.79ppl respectively. Arla Foods amba board director, and Arla farmer, Arthur Fearnall, said: “It is positive to see retail sales slowly picking up as inflation softens and consumer purchasing power increases.