UK dairy industry forms landmark alliance to accelerate sustainability, uniting farmers, processors, & retailers for net-zero goals.
UK Dairy Unites for Green Revolution A Landmark Alliance

Farmers, Processors & Retailers Join Forces to Supercharge Sustainability & Net-Zero Goals.

The UK dairy industry is embarking on a transformative journey, announcing a landmark alliance that unites farmers, processors, retailers, and foodservice giants in an unprecedented collaborative effort. This significant initiative, unveiled on July 7, 2025, marks a fundamental shift towards shared environmental responsibility across the entire dairy supply chain, from farm to fridge. It signals a powerful collective commitment to accelerate sustainability and build greater resilience within this vital agribusiness sector.

Operating under a refreshed governance structure within the established Dairy Roadmap – a strategic framework first launched in 2008 – the new alliance brings together major industry players. Key participants forming a newly established Steering Group include prominent organizations like AHDB, Dairy UK, and NFU, alongside corporate leaders such as Arla Foods UK, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, McDonald’s, and Sysco GB. Their collective aim is to forge a resilient and sustainable future, emphasizing innovation and shared accountability to nourish a growing population while minimizing environmental impact and actively reducing emissions.

A cornerstone of this reinvigorated Dairy Roadmap is the development of a comprehensive Sustainable Dairy Pathways Report, slated for release in 2026. This pivotal report will meticulously identify the essential funding, groundbreaking innovation, and critical infrastructure required to achieve ambitious net-zero emissions targets and other crucial environmental objectives. With independent leadership and diverse contributions from across the sector, this report promises to be a guiding light for future dairy sector investment and policy.

While the Dairy Roadmap has already celebrated notable achievements, including 80% of UK dairy farmers calculating their carbon footprint and a commendable 17% reduction in energy-related carbon per kilogram of product, the industry acknowledges that more concerted action is imperative. This unified approach to sustainability extends beyond just emissions, encompassing crucial pillars such as nature recovery, robust animal welfare standards, and responsible water stewardship, reflecting a holistic commitment to environmental excellence.

This landmark collaboration underscores the proactive stance of the UK dairy industry in addressing global environmental challenges. By fostering unprecedented cross-sector cooperation, the alliance aims to drive impactful change, ensuring the long-term viability and positive environmental contribution of dairy production. For the international dairy community, this initiative serves as a compelling model for collective action, demonstrating how major stakeholders can unite to build a greener, more resilient, and ethically responsible future for dairy worldwide.

Source: New Food Magazine: UK dairy industry unites in landmark alliance to drive sustainability

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