Organisation: Lakeland Dairies

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<p>In a statement, Lakelands Dairies said: "The ongoing buoyancy in dairy markets is starting to level off."</p>

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Lakeland Dairies raises milk price above 57c per litre

On average, the co-op said it expects to pay out 60.6 cent per litre for July milk.

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The Menu: Ukraine food initiative; and chocolate galore this Easter

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Up to 80 homeless people tested for Covid-19

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Covid-19 ends global dairy price momentum

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Impact of coronavirus ‘still not fully reflected in dairy markets’

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Kerry holds milk price for August, others cut

MEP calls for 'urgent intervention' as almost 70 jobs to be lost in Monaghan

Sinn Féin MEP Matt Carthy is calling for "urgent intervention" to save nearly 70 jobs in Monaghan.

Sat, 31 Aug, 2019

Lakeland Dairies confirms 68 redundancies in Monaghan

Lakeland Dairies has announced 68 redundancies at its processing facilities in Monaghan.

Fri, 30 Aug, 2019

Claims of a 'two-tier milk price system' now at play

A two-tier milk price system is now at play, the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association claimed today.

Tue, 20 Aug, 2019

FoodCloud's local solution to a global problem

John Daly looks at the incredible tale of how FoodCloud ha ensured 50 million meals have gone to people and not to waste.

Sat, 22 Jun, 2019

Education holds the key to tackling food waste issue

Food waste is one of the world’s biggest sustainability issues, but one which is easily preventable with the introduction of education.

Fri, 24 May, 2019

Angry dairy farmers react to milk price cuts at co-ops

The Dairygold Co-op board has maintained the March milk price at the February level of 31.19 cent per litre (cpl), including VAT, and a 0.65cpl quality and sustainability bonus.

Wed, 17 Apr, 2019

Lakeland’s profits up despite Brexit concerns

Lakeland Dairies has reported an operating profit of €17.5m for 2018, up from €16.8m in 2017, while highlighting Brexit outcomes as the main uncertainty for the year ahead.

Thu, 28 Mar, 2019

How Article 50 filibuster could plunge us into no-deal smugglers’ paradise

Richard Halleron The board members of Lakeland Dairies and the other southern co-ops that draw milk across the border from Northern Ireland for processing will hope against hope that Theresa May gets her Brexit deal across the line.

Tue, 19 Mar, 2019

Farmers are in need of Brexit bailout

The prospect of the UK not reaching a deal on its departure from the EU has risen in recent weeks, amid tight votes at Westminster and Brussels, expressing opposition to UK prime minister, Theresa May’s latest proposals on customs.

Mon, 06 Aug, 2018

Cavan and Dublin to get nearly 100 new jobs

Almost 100 new jobs have been announced in Cavan and Dublin this morning.

Thu, 07 Sep, 2017

Lakeland co-op ready to face Brexit

The chairman of dairy co-operative Lakeland is confident about Brexit, saying it will face the challenges head on. Lakeland, which operates in 15 counties, said in its annual report revenues were up by 2% to €601m. 

Thu, 04 May, 2017

Recovery signs after 24-month dairy slump

Rising July milk prices and a jump in the global dairy auction have encouraged dairy farmers to believe a long overdue recovery is under way after a record two-year dairy market slump.

Thu, 18 Aug, 2016

Lakeland project boosts farm profitability

Dairy farmers are boosting their herd’s fertility, milk solids and their grassland management by participating in the Lakeland Dairies and Teagasc joint research programme.

Fri, 17 Jun, 2016

Co-op cuts buck global dairy market trend

As world dairy markets continue to recover, the industry in Ireland has gone in the other direction, cutting peak supply milk prices.

Thu, 16 Jun, 2016

Milk prices set to remain low warns Lakeland Dairies chief

Dairy farmers can expect another 12 months of low milk prices, Lakeland Dairies chief Michael Hanley has cautioned.

Thu, 05 May, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed today with our evening briefing

Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today

Wed, 04 May, 2016

Lakeland Dairies is now Ireland's third largest milk processor

Lakeland Dairies is now Ireland’s third biggest dairy processor, having acquired Fane Valley’s dairy business for an undisclosed sum.

Wed, 04 May, 2016

China buying more is only dairy good news

January milk prices held unchanged at Glanbia and at Dairygold Co-op, but a third big buyer, Lakeland Dairies cut its price by 0.5c/litre.

Thu, 18 Feb, 2016

Agribusiness and food leaders named as Enterprise Champs

Well-known agribusiness and food industry leaders have been named among Enterprise Champions tasked to help implement regional jobs plans.

Thu, 21 Jan, 2016

Dairy farmers welcome €15m Ornua bonus to suppliers

Dairy farmers have welcomed a decision by Ornua, the agri-food co-operative, to pay an additional €15m bonus to its member suppliers.

Mon, 18 Jan, 2016

CalfCare events prepare farmers for 1m calves

Best practice in rearing calves will be the topic of ten advice events this month, organised by Teagasc and Animal Health Ireland, in conjunction with the Aurivo, Dairygold, Glanbia and Lakeland Dairies co-ops, and supported by Volac.

Thu, 07 Jan, 2016

One million calves to be born here by end of April

More than one million calves will be born on Irish dairy farms before the end of April, with resulting challenges for farmers to ensure that the animals thrive.

Tue, 05 Jan, 2016

Lakeland sees improved dairy market conditions in 2016

Lakeland Dairies anticipates a gradual overall improvement in dairy market conditions in 2016 once global stocks begin to clear.

Tue, 29 Dec, 2015

Milk prices held despite market slump

A less-than-expected 1.9% rise in the GDT Index for global dairy product sales on Tuesday left markets depressed.

Thu, 17 Dec, 2015

IFA, Glanbia divided on commodity prices

The IFA has said Glanbia’s decision to cut its milk price by 1c per litre, to 24c/l including Vat, is a serious confidence blow to Glanbia suppliers facing into an expensive winter.

Fri, 16 Oct, 2015

Milk producers call on processors to hold price

A lift in global dairy product returns has led to milk producers in Ireland calling on processors here to hold the price they will pay for August supplies.

Thu, 17 Sep, 2015

Your Thursday morning catch-up

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Thu, 03 Sep, 2015

Lakeland Dairies opens €10m export logistics centre

One of the most technically-advanced global export facilities in Europe was officially opened by Lakeland Dairies in Newtownards, Co Down, yesterday.

Thu, 03 Sep, 2015

VIDEO: Dairy fund of 2.7% off all farmer payments rejected

The Milk Bucket Challenge, highlighting the financial difficulties of dairy farmers, is catching on across the world.

Thu, 20 Aug, 2015

ICOS welcomes Lakeland-Fane tie-in

Two joint ventures announced last week by Lakeland and Fane Valley co-operatives have been welcomed by the Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS), the country’s national umbrella body for agricultural co-ops.

Wed, 12 Aug, 2015

Lakeland Dairies and Fane Valley link up and could consider full merger

Dairy processing and agribusiness co-operatives — Fane Valley and Lakeland Dairies — yesterday announced two major new joint ventures with projected annual revenues of €845m.

Thu, 06 Aug, 2015