Aldi to invest £30m in dairy farmers through Arla partnership
Aldi is set to invest over £30m in dairy farmers over the next three and a half years through an enhanced partnership with the UK’s biggest dairy cooperative, Arla.
Set to run until the middle of 2027, the extended partnership will provide additional support to Arla’s farm owners, which the discount grocer said will ensure greater focus on sustainability and animal welfare practices.
The investment will enable Aldi to support Arla’s FarmAhead Customer Partnership – a new initiative aimed at supporting farmers’ ongoing efforts to drive reductions in on-farm emissions.
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Through this programme, the discounter will partner in farming projects and innovation that aim to accelerate more sustainable farming practices and decarbonise dairy.
The supermarket has also increased its investment in the Aldi Dairy Farm Partnership (ADFP) programme to cover 100% of Arla’s fresh milk supply, which extended its support for British farms from 25 to over 150.
Aldi UK national sustainability director Liz Fox said: “At Aldi, our commitment to responsible sourcing is at the heart of everything we do. Our strengthened partnership with Arla allows us to better support farmers while driving positive change in the UK’s dairy sector.
“This investment reflects our long-standing relationship with Arla and our dedication to delivering high-quality dairy products to our customers.”
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Won’t be buying Aldi milk, as it’s supplied by Arla, who are trialing Bovaer additive in cow feed
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