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Farmers call for voluntary milk reduction

Chris McCullough For Agri-View
Feb 12, 2026
Feb 12, 2026

Dairy cow — Dairy farmers across Europe are calling on the European Commission to introduce a voluntary milk-reduction scheme to try and stabilize dairy markets.
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Chris McCullough For Agri-View

An urgent call has been voiced by European Union dairy farmers to the European Commission to activate a voluntary milk-reduction scheme to help avoid a dairy crisis. With markets flooded with milk, prices are collapsing under the strain, forcing farmers into heavy financial difficulties.

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With 20 years experience behind him, award-winning agricultural journalist Chris McCullough is always on the hunt for his next story. He grew up on the family dairy farm in the heart of Northern Ireland and is based on the country’s east coast. He travels around the world to bring readers international news.