Ep. 29 Experts in the Field: New dairy contracts legislation – what dairy farmers need to consider
In our latest epsiode, our experts discuss the changes made to dairy contracts with the introduction of the Fair Dealing Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024.
The Farms, Estates & Rural Land team at Foot Anstey bring you the next episode of the firm's popular podcast series which provides insights and practical advice on important issues for agriculture and rural business.
In our latest episode, Principal Director, Danielle Spalding is joined by Associate, Rose Westwood, to discuss the changes made to dairy contracts with the introduction of the Fair Dealing Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024.
Danielle and Rose are also joined by Paul Tompkins, Chair of the Dairy Board for the National Farmers Union. Paul was elected to the position in March 2024, having served nearly four years as vice chair. Paul originally worked in the financial sector before meeting his wife and joining the family dairy business.
What's in this episode?
On 16 April 2024, the Fair Dealing Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024 were made by the government. The Regulations apply to the whole of the UK, which aim to introduce mandatory minimum terms for dairy contracts. The intention behind the regulations is to remove unfair contractual rights and obligations which are sometimes forced upon producers who may lack negotiating power.
The regulations cover all cows’ milk sold by a dairy farmer to a milk buyer. Any new contract entered into in the UK after 9 July 2024 must comply with the new regulations and any existing contract must be amended to come in line with the regulations by 9 July 2025.
Our experts discuss the changes made by the regulations and what dairy farmers need to do to get their milk contracts up to date.
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Useful resources
- Farms, Estates & Rural Land team: Farms, Estates and Rural Land | Foot Anstey
- Dairy contract legislation - essential information: Dairy contract legislation - essential information | NFU Online
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