Irish farmers warn of price war after Lidl cuts milk and butter prices amid rising costs

Retailers cut milk and butter prices nationwide, but farm groups warn rising costs mean producers face mounting financial strain

A decision by Lidl to cut the price of milk and butter on Thursday is set to spark a supermarket price war which farmers warn will heap pressure on the sector just as prices have rocketed due to the Iran war.

A decision by Lidl to cut the price of milk and butter on Thursday is set to spark a supermarket price war which farmers warn will heap pressure on the sector just as prices have rocketed due to the Iran war.

Lidl announced a reduction in its own-brand milk and butter range on Thursday, which the retailer says will result in savings of €5m for Lidl customers.