This week, our hosts Will and Ben focus on Dairy Producer Organisations (DPOs) and their vital role in the dairy industry. With Ian Harvey, farmer, Director at Davidstow Creamery as well as a member of the NFU Dairy Board and former member of AHDB Dairy Sector Council, along with our own dairy market analyst, Chris Walkland. Starting the discussion prompted by a recent article from Chris in British Dairying Magazine, they discuss the role of DPO’s and the importance of collective representation for farmers. They discuss the limitations of DPOs, particularly highlighted in Chris’ article after 2 significant processors who do have DPO’s. have just given notice to a number of farmers. They also discuss the difference between DPOs and farmer boards, and the significance of FDOM (Fair Dealings Obligations Milk) over the next few months. Please note: The information provided during this podcast has beenprepared for general informational purposes only and does not constituteadvice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and norepresentation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness orotherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or productsduring the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of DairyConsulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenterare personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. Thecontents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.