Producer prices for dairy 22% higher than 2024, says CSO

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The producer price for dairy products increased 22% last month compared to May 2024, according to the CSO's Wholesale Price Index data published on Monday.

The producer price for dairy products increased 22% last month compared to May 2024, according to the CSO's Wholesale Price Index data published on Monday.

Producer prices for food products increased by 6.3% in the 12 months to May 2025, with dairy produce the largest increase. Meat and meat product prices increased by 7.9% while prices for vegetables and animal oils and fats fell by 16.2%. & Fats (-16.2%).