Lakeland highlight role of dairy industry to candidates

Lakeland Dairies are urging political candidates to recognise the vital role of the dairy industry in the economy and society, as the general election approaches. They have written to candidates in each of their constituencies with a reminder of the importance of the dairy sector. Each letter contains a badge with the slogan: ‘I’m backing dairy this election, are you?’.

Chairperson of Lakeland Dairies Niall Matthews said: “Our model is among the most environmentally efficient in the world. The success of this industry has been built over several generations and this needs support as we move through some uncertain times.

“Dairy farming is not just about producing milk; it’s about preserving a way of life that underpins our heritage and the sustainability and future prosperity of our farm families. We encourage candidates to show their constituents that they are committed to the dairy sector by wearing our badge with pride.”

as they canvass over the next couple of weeks.

“We are making a clear ask of those who will make up the 34th Dáil. We want them to back our farm families and the dairy sector. A sector that underpins thousands of jobs and supports rural communities in every county in Ireland,” Niall said.