manfromhill
Member
Did wonder but still paying production bonus for February
Future of first milk
- Thread starter supercow
- Start date
Did wonder but still paying production bonus for February
Went to our local FM meeting on Tuesday what a difference it makes when someone with the knowledge of the industry is running the Co-op.
The biggest change Shelagh Hancock has made is to teach the Council and the Directors what these things that stick out the side of your head are for and how to use them !!!
I was impressed by Mark Brooking and the way he spoke to ALL the members, they are trying to reconnect with members and that can only be good for all involved.
Still would have liked to see the results of the member survey that sparked the much needed use of their ears !!
The biggest change Shelagh Hancock has made is to teach the Council and the Directors what these things that stick out the side of your head are for and how to use them !!!
I was impressed by Mark Brooking and the way he spoke to ALL the members, they are trying to reconnect with members and that can only be good for all involved.
Still would have liked to see the results of the member survey that sparked the much needed use of their ears !!
supercow
Member
- Location
- Dumfriesshire
Of course @westwards how can we miss out of some free tea and biscuits! Met a really nice guy on Friday with tremendous fat and protein supplying Scottish mainland not getting rewarded for it, that should be brought up I would say. 4.5 fat 3.5 protein
I think you and the man with the good fat and protein will be happy with the presentation and changes @supercow
supercow
Member
- Location
- Dumfriesshire
Our fat and protein is not fancy at the minute!! 4 fat 3.15 protien!
supercow
Member
- Location
- Dumfriesshire
What do you think of today's new @westwards ?
FM have put the FOR SALE sign up for Campbeltown and Arran creameries Sad Sad day !!!
Does this mean they intend to honour their debts with former suppliers?FM have put the FOR SALE sign up for Campbeltown and Arran creameries Sad Sad day !!!
- Location
- Northumberland
First Milk has today announced that it will be offering its creameries on Arran and in Campbeltown for sale.
Commenting on the announcement, Shelagh Hancock, CEO, said:
"Following a strategic review, we have determined that our branded consumer-facing businesses in Campbeltown and on Arran are not a strategic fit for First Milk moving forward. The review identified that there is undoubtedly a market for the premium Mull of Kintyre and Isle of Arran brands but capturing the opportunities would require significant investment for activity that is not core to our strategic direction. However, we are confident that with the right focus and investment under new ownership the businesses would prosper.
''A sale would enable us to continue with our focus on developing our major creameries in Haverfordwest and the Lake District, creating value through broadening and strengthening our strategic partnerships and delivering best value for our members' investment.
"Campbeltown and Arran Creameries will continue to run as normal during this sale process and we will be working closely with prospective buyers to ensure a smooth transition. We appreciate that this decision will affect some of our colleagues, but we hope that under new ownership the sites will thrive, offering good employment prospects for the future."
Commenting on the announcement, Shelagh Hancock, CEO, said:
"Following a strategic review, we have determined that our branded consumer-facing businesses in Campbeltown and on Arran are not a strategic fit for First Milk moving forward. The review identified that there is undoubtedly a market for the premium Mull of Kintyre and Isle of Arran brands but capturing the opportunities would require significant investment for activity that is not core to our strategic direction. However, we are confident that with the right focus and investment under new ownership the businesses would prosper.
''A sale would enable us to continue with our focus on developing our major creameries in Haverfordwest and the Lake District, creating value through broadening and strengthening our strategic partnerships and delivering best value for our members' investment.
"Campbeltown and Arran Creameries will continue to run as normal during this sale process and we will be working closely with prospective buyers to ensure a smooth transition. We appreciate that this decision will affect some of our colleagues, but we hope that under new ownership the sites will thrive, offering good employment prospects for the future."
Keirkid
Member
- Location
- Central Scotland
Creameries to close who will go next small producer beware!!!!!!!
^ if you follow the logic of the last few years yep
miniconnect
Member
- Location
- Argyll
Don't think there was anything about creamerys closing?
- Location
- Northumberland
I predict a press release in about 12 months time
" We have been unable to find a buyer so we have regretably had to ....................................
Hope I`m wrong
- Tags
- first milk