Co-op to match Muller direct price in increase for dairy farmers

The supermarket chain has confirmed its dairy producers will receive a price increase next month

Chris Brayford
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Matt Hood, food managing director at Co-op, said: "Supporting UK agriculture is more important than ever, and whilst our milk pricing model has worked well over the past decade, we recognise the need for its evolution, as part of our continued commitment to farmers."
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Matt Hood, food managing director at Co-op, said: "Supporting UK agriculture is more important than ever, and whilst our milk pricing model has worked well over the past decade, we recognise the need for its evolution, as part of our continued commitment to farmers."

Co-op Dairy Group (CDG) has confirmed it will increase milk prices for dairy producers next month by 1.3ppl. The supermarket retailer said it will increase its current milk price from 40.95ppl to 42.25ppl...

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