Kerry Group sets the lead for other processors with 2c/l rise in milk price

KERRY GROUP has set a lead for other processors by increasing the price it pays its suppliers for milk supplied during the month of March.

The group’s confirmation that its March milk price is 27c/l VAT inclusive, an increase of 2c/l from February, was welcomed by farm leaders.

Irish Farmers Association Dairy Committee chairman Kevin Kiersey said Kerry was now showing the way, reaching closer to the minimum necessary for farmers to cover their costs and pay themselves a very modest wage.