Dairy UK represents the interests of dairy farmers, producer co-operatives, manufacturers of dairy products, and processors and distributors of liquid milk throughout the UK. This supply chain approach is unique within the global dairy industry.
Dairy UK is the 'Voice of the Dairy Industry'.
Between them Dairy UK's members collect and process about 85% of
UK milk production.
As the sector's trade association, we represent the whole supply
chain, bringing together farmer representatives, dairy
co-operatives, dairy manufacturers, bottle milk buyers and
milkmen.
We act to promote our members' interests in the political
sphere. We are a highly effective lobbyist, ensuring that our
members' views are heard where they have the greatest impact. At
the same time, members get an unparalleled source of key
information from the heart of government.
Through a network of regional and national staff, we also
provide valuable training and advice to members across the
country.
Dairy UK does not benefit from income from statutory levies. Two
thirds of our income comes from member subscriptions. The remainder
comes from investment income or commercial activities. We have two
wholly-owned subsidiaries: the British Cheese Board
promoting cheese and Dairy Energy Savings administering the
sector's Climate Change Agreement.
Dairy UK will also fully fund The Dairy Council from
April 2009. The Dairy Council provides science-based information on
the role of dairy foods in a healthy balanced diet and
lifestyle.
Dairy UK Scotland
Kirk Hunter (Director) represents Dairy UK's
interests in Scotland and is responsible for handling all issues of
relevance to Scottish members. He co-ordinates local meetings and
events and is Dairy UK's representative to the Scottish
Parliament.