Kimberly Crewther: Dairy Companies Association Executive Director says the beginning of the FTA with the UK is great for dairy trade
The Dairy Companies Association of NZ welcomes the beginning of the nation's Free Trade Agreement with the UK.
It came into force today, and the wine, honey, red meat and dairy sectors all set to benefit from significantly improved access.
DCANZ Executive Director Kimberly Crewther says this is a really significant day for the dairy industry and presents good news to struggling Kiwi farmers.
"The UK is the second largest dairy import market globally, and what we have is a deal that is going to completely removes tariffs on New Zealand dairy exports to that market within a five year period."…
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