On the other hand it could be an industry that is actually developed now rather than restricted by EU quotas (which I understand are now being ended). It may also mean that as a result of producing for our own market that we can have the double benefit of cheaper milk in the supermarkets and more realistic prices for the farmers.
They were ended in 2015. What did farmers say then?
'EU milk quotas have been scrapped after more than three decades of efforts to prevent overproduction.
The system, set up in 1984, is ending so EU dairy businesses can compete with international rivals in supplying fast-growing markets in Asia and Africa.
The Irish Republic, the Netherlands and Germany are all expected to increase production sharply.
But UK farmers have said it could lead to further falls in the price they receive for their milk'
What about the EU subsidies paid?
And you honestly believe we can have cheaper milk and better prices for the farmers? How will that work then?
Last edited by magpie_mania; 18-07-2018 at 01:08 PM.
The argument stated that we did not have capacity to fulfill demand. Capacity has been limited due to EU quotas which has restricted our dairy farms for 30 odd years. My argument is that we can increase our productivity in this Country. During the restrictions Britain adapted its milk producing capabilities and has become more efficient than many of its European counterparts. This efficiency has seen in a growth since the lifting of the quotas and would stand us in very good stead if we were required to provide increased capacity for internal market use. Obviously, deals would have to be done with the processors and the supermarkets but the possibilities are there should we choose to take them. After all, that's what Brexit is about.