Brexit
Dairy industry ‘dismayed’ at updated temporary tariff regime
UK dairy processors have ‘hit out’ in response to changes to the no deal tariff regime announced by the UK government, which could cost the industry £1.3bn (€1.48bn) in lost export potential.
Irish food and drink producers’ preparedness for Brexit spikes
As the Brexit deadline approaches once more, the Bord Bia Brexit Barometer 2019: Results & Actions, reveals that Irish food and drink firms’ preparedness for Brexit has jumped to 93%.
Dairy APPG calls for export support post-Brexit
The Dairy All-Party Parliamentary Group has launched a report with the findings of the latest inquiry on dairy exports, complete with recommendations for supporting the long term future of dairy exports.
UK cheese exports up, says AHDB
UK exports of cheese rose considerably in the first quarter (Jan-Mar) of 2019. Around 57,000 tonnes were exported, up 14% on a year ago and up 22% on the previous quarter.
No-deal Brexit would leave UK in mozzarella deficit
Under a no-deal Brexit scenario, the UK would face the EU common external tariff on any exports sent to the EU.
UK butter deficit may increase under no deal Brexit, AHDB warns
Under a no-deal scenario, the UK would face the EU common external tariff on any exports sent to the EU, noted the Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) in its newsletter.
Britain won’t impose trade tariffs on Cypriot halloumi
Britain has pledged not to impose trade tariffs on imports of halloumi cheese from Cyprus in the event that the UK withdraws from Europe with no deal, according to a post by The Times.
“Brexit – A critical week ahead – don’t spill the milk!”
EDA chair, Michel Nalet, writes to EU President, Donald Tusk ahead of this critical week for Brexit.
Dairy UK urges MP’s to protect future of British Dairy
Speaking today the chief executive of Dairy UK, Dr Judith Bryans said: “No matter what your view on Brexit, the industry has not been given the clarity or time it needs to ensure it is ready.”
MIV outlook for 2019 firmer than last year
The German Dairy Industry Association (MIV) has given its view on the market outlook for 2019.
MIV warns about Brexit
A possible “hard Brexit” would cause enormous damage to the European dairy industry, according to the Dairy Industry Association (MIV) in Germany.
EDA Dairy Focus: Romania
The European Dairy Association has shared its new Dairy Focus report, this time concentrating on Romania.
EDA letter to EU Commission President
Ahead of tomorrow’s EU Council, Michel Nalet – chair of the European Dairy Association (EDA) addressed a letter to EU Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker regarding recent barriers to Single Market.
Dairy UK chairman calls for answers on Brexit
The chairman of Dairy UK has called for urgent answers on Brexit and the threat to stability for business and the dairy sector.