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Milk prices edge up as some dairies start recruitment

Major dairies have increased milk prices in March and April

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Milk prices edge up as some dairies start recruitment

Milk prices have firmed again with more evidence some dairies are willing to pay extra to secure supply and attract producers. Arla announced a €0.01 per kilogram increase in milk price for March which...

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