28-year-old Aisling Neville was appointed to the Board of Lakeland Dairies recently, following a recently keenly contested election.

Future investments focused on value-add capability for the 2bn litre milk pool. Closure of three sites to enhance efficiencies.

Lakeland Dairies has launched a farm sustainability strategy with a key component being a payment to support farmers in carrying out sustainability actions.

Up to 40.5c/l and 33.5p/l available. Runs from January to December 2024.

Lakeland Dairies is continuing to support its farm suppliers by introducing a feed support initiative over the winter months.

Lakeland Dairies, the island’s largest cross border dairy co-operative, has launched an ambitious new sustainability strategy targeting key programmes and initiatives to 2030.

On World School Milk Day (Wednesday 27th September 2023) Lakeland Dairies Group CEO Colin Kelly joined students from Killeshandra National School, Co Cavan in toasting the greatness of the white stuff which is one of the healthiest and nutritious foods for anyone’s diet.

Shareholders voted in favour of adopting new rules aimed at future proofing the ongoing progress and success of the Co-operative.

Lakeland Dairies roll out new clear caps on Champion milk cartons as part of long-term commitment to reducing plastic packaging.

Special General Meeting, 12th September, 2023: copy of the proposed new Rule Book together with a comparison against the existing Rules of the Society.

Lakeland Dairies encouraging more women and other family members to become involved as shareholders in the co-op.

Growing concern highlighted regarding uncertainty surrounding the Nitrates Derogation

Lakeland Dairies farms are in the top 20% nationally for soil fertility on farms, new analysis shows.

The Milk Quality Awards are recognition of the achievements of Lakeland Dairies' milk suppliers.

Lakeland Dairies, the largest cross-border dairy processing co-operative on the island of Ireland, has announced results for 2022.

Lakeland Dairies has a strategic focus on the creation of value and is intent on delivering this through the performance of the business, underpinned by a culture of collaboration.

The Board of Lakeland Dairies has announced Colin Kelly as Group CEO Designate, who will take up his appointment in January 2023.

Minister McConalogue presents Awards recognising highest quality milk production.

Lakeland Dairies has adjusted the milk price it pays on existing fixed milk contracts with farmer suppliers.

Chief Executive, Michael Hanley has announced his decision to retire in December 2022.

Lakeland Dairies has announced results for 2021, with increased revenues and operating profit.

Lakeland Dairies has announced that Niall Matthews was returned as Chair of the co-operative at its Board meeting today.

The Board of Lakeland Dairies has today announced a new payment system for milk supplies in Northern Ireland.

Following from the recent completion of Board elections Lakeland Dairies has announced the Board of the Co-operative, taking effect on 1st November 2021. 

Awards recognise high quality milk production at farm level.

The Chair, Board, Chief Executive, Management and Staff of Lakeland Dairies are deeply saddened by the passing away of Dermot McGreal.

A highly experienced food industry professional, Mr. Larkin will serve as an independent non-executive director on the Board.

A Special General Meeting (SGM) of Lakeland Dairies has approved changes to its governance structure.

Lakeland Dairies, the largest cross-border dairy processing co-operative on the island of Ireland, has announced its results for the year ended 26th December 2020.

Niall Matthews has been appointed Chairman of Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Ltd. Mr. Matthews was elected to the Board of Lakeland Dairies in 2017.

The Lakeland Dairies/Teagasc Joint Development Programme is providing a Spring Management Series of advice, tips and information.

Lakeland Dairies will hold the co-operative’s Annual General Meeting online at 11 am on Wednesday 2nd December.

Lakeland Dairies has announced Dr. Seán Brady as the Society’s nomination to the Board of Ornua.

Lakeland Dairies has launched an innovative new ‘MilkedIn’ app for our 3,200 milk suppliers to help streamline their access to important farm information.

Lakeland Dairies has doubled Group Revenues in the past five years and crossed €1bn for the first time in its history.

Farm families in Co. Down and Co. Cavan have been announced as the Lakeland Dairies Supreme Milk Quality Winners.

Quality dairy products start inside the farm gate. Watch our step-by-step guide and learn why low SCC levels are critical.

At Lakeland Dairies, we have been on a continuous programme of reducing chlorates and TCM residues in milk.

With COVID-19 continuing to restrict gatherings, Lakeland Dairies provides a series of videos, advice and information online.

With marts and the sale of livestock now operating in a more restricted manner, Lakeland Agri has announced a series of measures to help.

Proposed changes to the Board structure and electoral areas of Lakeland Dairies are to be brought before a Special General Meeting (SGM) of the co-operative in September.

We have rolled out a new series of measures to help halt the spread of COVID-19 as well as protecting the health and wellbeing of farmers and customers.

To help the curb the spread of COVID-19, Lakeland Dairies has implemented a strict policy and set of protocols for farmers and hauliers around the collection of milk from farm

Our three Lakeland Agri stores in Longford, Lough Egish and Monaghan Town remain open for business.

Download our protocol PDF and follow the steps as provided.

This guidance is on the steps Lakeland Dairies milk suppliers should take to reduce the chances of picking up or spreading any virus but most especially in the present climate Covid 19 Coronavirus.

Loans up to €75,000 to help investment in critically important on-farm equipment.

Dairy Farm Labour: Working Smarter, Not Harder provides advice - from milk suppliers for milk suppliers - based on findings of locally and regionally based research

Sixty (60) Lakeland Dairies farmers have been recognised and rewarded for their commitment to excellence at the recent Animal Health Ireland (AHI) CellCheck awards.

Lakeland Dairies has paid tribute to the McCoy family having won a national award at the 2019 National Dairy Council (NDC) / Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards.

Ahead of the 2019 Kerrygold / National Dairy Council (NDC) Quality Milk Awards national final, Lakeland Dairies has paid tribute to its milk suppliers the McCoy family.

Lakeland Dairies has today (30 August) announced a plan for the adjustment of processing activities on its site in Monaghan.

Champion dairy farmers from counties Antrim, Down, Fermanagh, Tyrone, Cavan, Monaghan, Westmeath and Longford win awards for Excellence in Milk Production

Lakeland Agri, in conjunction with the Lakeland Dairies / Teagasc Joint Programme, will host a major interactive grassland event in July

A national farm walk will take place on the farm of the 2018 National Dairy Council (NDC) & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards winner Darran McKenna on Wednesday 12th June next.

A quarter of all applications under the second round of the MilkFlex scheme have been from suppliers of Lakeland Dairies.

Significant improvements noted in Milk Solids, Protein %, Calving Intervals, Milk Output

Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited and LacPatrick Co-operative Society Limited have today created history by formally completing the merger of the two Societies.

The major cross border dairy processing co-operative, Lakeland Dairies turned in an excellent business performance in 2018 with record revenues and profitability.

Lakeland Dairies and LacPatrick have jointly welcomed regulatory approval, for the merger of both Societies, received today.

Lakeland Dairies has announced the appointment of Tom Griffin (BBLS) as General Counsel and Company Secretary.  

Lakeland Dairies applauds Milk Suppliers Mairead and Pat McLoughlin for Major National Sustainability Award.

As dairy farms continue to grow their milk production, farmers are increasingly seeing the need to recruit employees onto the farm.

Lakeland Dairies and Macra na Feirme have launched a new Land Mobility Programme. The innovative new initiative will help all types of farmers, farm families and land owners.

At their respective SGMs held this afternoon, shareholders of dairy processing co-operatives Lakeland Dairies and LacPatrick Dairies have voted resoundingly in favour of the merger of both Societies. 

Boards of both Co-operatives unanimously recommend Merger to their Shareholders with SGMs to be held on Tuesday 23rd October, 2018.

Further investment underpins export potential and market access for valued-added dairy products using locally produced milk.

The boards of LacPatrick Dairies and Lakeland Dairies have agreed to enter into exclusive discussions regarding an amalgamation of the two Societies.

At the Lakeland Dairies Milk Quality Awards, dairy farmers from both sides of the border won top honours for the exceptionally high quality of milk produced on their farms. The awards publicly recognise the achievements of Lakeland Dairies’ milk suppliers who are committed to efficiency and quality in all aspects of their milk production. 

Lakeland Dairies has reported strong financial results for the year ended 31^st December 2017, with group annual revenues increasing by 28% to €769.8m, up from €601 million in 2016. This yielded an operating profit of €16.8m, compared to €7.2m in 2016.

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed TD has officially opened a new €40 million technologically advanced milk powder plant at Lakeland Dairies, Bailieboro, Co. Cavan.

At the Lakeland Dairies Milk Quality Awards, dairy farmers from both sides of the border won top honours for the exceptionally high quality of milk produced on their farms.  The awards publicly recognise the achievements of Lakeland Dairies milk suppliers who are committed to efficiency and quality in all aspects of their milk production.  

In spite of difficult dairy market conditions, Lakeland Dairies turned in a very robust performance with revenues up by 2% to €601m, yielding an operating profit of €7.2m before exceptional costs, and EBITDA of €18.9m. Lakeland Dairies closed the year with a strong balance sheet and shareholder’s funds of €102m.

We're inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Research Development & Innovation Manager.

Following Board elections, Gerard Donohoe,  Michael Dobson and Andrew McHugh were appointed to the Board of Lakeland Dairies representing Cavan West/Leitrim, Longford North/Leitrim South and Longford South, respectively. 

Eamon Duignan (pictured) has been appointed Member Relations Manager of Lakeland Dairies. From Cornafean, Co. Cavan, he is an Agricultural Science graduate of UCD where he received first class honours specialising in animal science. 

Lakeland Dairies seek applicants for Commercial Manager of Lakeland Agri, a dynamic business and an innovative, encouraging and progressive working environment.

Mark Delahunty has been appointed General Manager of Lakeland Agri, the agribusiness division of Lakeland Dairies. He will report to Group Chief Executive Michael Hanley and joins the executive management team of the co-operative.

Lakeland Dairies has reported a positive business performance in spite of volatile global dairy market conditions, in the co-operative’s annual report for 2015.

Fane Valley and Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Societies have confirmed that final agreement has been reached on a deal structure which will see Lakeland acquire the Fane Valley Dairies business based at Banbridge, Co. Down, effective from 1st May 2016. 

Lakeland Dairies has announced the appointment of Mr. Colin Kelso, a dairy farmer from Dungannon, County Tyrone as Vice-Chairman of the Co-operative.  

€10m investment underpins export potential and market access for valued-added dairy products using locally produced milk.

In a significant and strategic development, two leading dairy processing and agribusiness co-operatives - Lakeland Dairies and Fane Valley - have announced they will create 2 major new Joint Venture businesses which will enhance economies of scale and overall competitiveness for their farmer members, milk producers and customers at home and abroad.

Lakeland Dairies has reported a 15% increase in revenues to €625.8 million for 2014, yielding an operating profit of €12.9 million, up by 10% on the previous year.

Lakeland Dairies begins €36 million expansion of milk powder processing operations at Bailieboro, Co. Cavan. Minister Bruton announces the creation of 81 new jobs and 180 construction jobs as part of investment supported by Department of Jobs through Enterprise Ireland.

Lakeland Dairies has announced the acquisition of Taste Trends Ltd - the leading UK based maker of Coolicious branded fat-free frozen yogurts, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition provides an excellent strategic fit for both companies where each has unique capabilities relevant to the foodservice sector worldwide.

Commenting at the launch of the new website Mr. Hanley said; "this new design which is capable of being viewed across all platforms from desktop to smart phones is a reflection of the modern and progressive organisation that Lakeland Dairies is."

Pritchitts, the foodservice division of Lakeland Dairies, has launched an exciting new student campaign in support of its flavoured milk range, Modern Milk. The Smart Choice promotion gives students the chance to win one of ten smartphones of their choice, every week until the 14th December 2014. 

The major dairy processing co-operative, Lakeland Dairies has been exporting value-added dairy products to China for the past four years and is continuing to look for new opportunities in the Chinese market, CEO Michael Hanley told the Chinese Ambassador to Ireland Jianguo Xu as they talked over a dessert of Lakeland Dairies ice cream during the Ireland China Business Conference hosted by Cavan Chamber of Commerce. 

Chief Executive, Michael Hanley today welcomed the first group of participants on the Lakeland Dairies Graduate Development Programme.

Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Ltd. has reported a 15% increase in revenues to € 545.5 million for 2013, yielding an operating profit of € 11.7 million, up by 9% on the previous year.