Arla warns that Brexit could hit UK dairy consumers pockets

Following a report “The Impact of Brexit on the UK Dairy Sector” produced by the London School of Economics, Arla has issued a warning that if the findings in the report prove to be correct in terms of restricted access to labour and non-tariff barriers, UK consumers will likely see the availability of butter, yoghurts and cheese restricted and at higher prices.

The report not only points to the potential economic consequences of a farm labour shortage but also in terms of vets, lorry drivers, etc.

The report also notes the UK has the second largest dairy trade deficit in the world at up to 16% with 98% of the UK’s dairy imports currently originating from the EU and no doubt a big slug from Arla!