Galloway and West Dumfries MSP Alex Fergusson has been appointed to Chair the UK wide review of the voluntary Dairy Code of Practice. Following the announcement of the appointment, which was made by NFU Scotland, the NFU and Dairy UK,
Mr Fergusson said:-“I feel deeply honoured to have been asked to take on this role, and look forward to playing my part in reviewing and updating this voluntary Code of Practice between milk producers and milk processors that has been in place for the last year.
The introduction of the Code of Practice was hugely important in overcoming many of the sensitivities that previously existed within the chain of milk production. With goodwill on all sides – and I am convinced that that goodwill exists – my task will not be a particularly difficult one. However, there are one or two areas that clearly require further discussion, and I look forward to
playing my part in ensuring the voluntary code is robust and fit for the future.”
