Lakeland increases July milk price

A base price of 45.25c/litre will be paid for July milk in the Republic of Ireland.

A Lakeland spokesperson said that the global dairy market returns have "improved month-on-month, with butter markets in particular showing increased returns from last month".

Lakeland Dairies has announced an increase in its milk price for July.

A base price of 45.25c/litre (3.6% butterfat and 3.3% protein) will be paid for July milk in the Republic of Ireland which is inclusive of the 0.5c/litre sustainability incentive payment.