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1st June 2011
World Milk Day 2011
The Dairy Council for Northern Ireland is celebrating this year's World Milk Day (1st June 2011) by reminding consumers of the hard work of our local dairy farmers.
Dr Mike Johnston, Chief Executive of the Dairy Council for Northern Ireland explains: "Milk from Northern Ireland dairy herds is widely recognised as being among the best in the world in terms of quality. This World Milk Day, we want to celebrate the commitment of our local dairy farmers, whose high quality and nutritious milk is in demand both to families at home and further afield".
"Recognised as world leaders in product quality and animal welfare, the dairy industry in Northern Ireland provides a major contribution to the local economy. Despite the current economic climate, the industry secures a revenue of around £2 million per day by exporting product to over 100 countries across the world.
"Dairy farming in Northern Ireland continues to be at the forefront of technology and innovation, but this is no substitute for the knowledge, handed down from generation to generation, of how to work with nature to produce high quality milk. Often working in physically demanding and challenging conditions, it is important that we acknowledge their dedication to providing the best possible product for local consumers.
"As well as offering local families with fresh, high quality milk that's great value for money, it is also important to acknowledge the health benefits that milk can offer to local consumers. Milk is a natural source of many nutrients needed for good health including calcium, protein, iodine and a range of vitamins. Linked to bone health, nerve and muscle function, growth, energy release and hydration, to name but a few, the nutrients milk provides can play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of local families.
"To mark this year's World Milk Day, we hope that local consumers will join us in celebrating that Northern Ireland's dairy is quite simply the cream of the crop!".
Pictured: Dairy farmers William and John Hanna.
1st June 2011
World Milk Day 2011
The Dairy Council for Northern Ireland is celebrating this year's World Milk Day (1st June 2011) by reminding consumers of the hard work of our local dairy farmers.Dr Mike Johnston, Chief Executive of the Dairy Council for Northern Ireland explains: "Milk from Northern Ireland dairy herds is widely recognised as being among the best in the world in terms of quality. This World Milk Day, we want to celebrate the commitment of our local dairy farmers, whose high quality and nutritious milk is in demand both to families at home and further afield".
"Recognised as world leaders in product quality and animal welfare, the dairy industry in Northern Ireland provides a major contribution to the local economy. Despite the current economic climate, the industry secures a revenue of around £2 million per day by exporting product to over 100 countries across the world.
"Dairy farming in Northern Ireland continues to be at the forefront of technology and innovation, but this is no substitute for the knowledge, handed down from generation to generation, of how to work with nature to produce high quality milk. Often working in physically demanding and challenging conditions, it is important that we acknowledge their dedication to providing the best possible product for local consumers.
"As well as offering local families with fresh, high quality milk that's great value for money, it is also important to acknowledge the health benefits that milk can offer to local consumers. Milk is a natural source of many nutrients needed for good health including calcium, protein, iodine and a range of vitamins. Linked to bone health, nerve and muscle function, growth, energy release and hydration, to name but a few, the nutrients milk provides can play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of local families.
"To mark this year's World Milk Day, we hope that local consumers will join us in celebrating that Northern Ireland's dairy is quite simply the cream of the crop!".
Pictured: Dairy farmers William and John Hanna.
