Lakeland Dairies has announced a three-year corporate partnership with Rural Support, Northern Ireland’s farm support charity.

Rural Support works alongside farmers and farm families, providing confidential, practical guidance and mentoring to help people through challenging times.

“Rural Support provides an invaluable service.”

Pictured L-R: Keelin Reilly, CEO of Rural Support, and Keith Agnew, Vice Chairperson of Lakeland Dairies, mark the launch of a new three-year partnership.

placeholder image — Pictured L-R: Keelin Reilly, CEO of Rural Support, and Keith Agnew, Vice Chairperson of Lakeland Dairies, mark the launch of a new three-year partnership.

Commenting on the announcement, Keith Agnew, vice-chairperson, Lakeland Dairies, said: “We know there are times when farmers and their families may need support, guidance or simply someone to talk to. Rural Support provides an invaluable service with our farming communities, offering practical help and a listening ear when it is needed most.

Through this partnership, we are helping ensure that farmers and their families know they never have to face challenges of their own.”

Keelin Reilly, chief executive, Rural Support, said: “We are delighted to welcome Lakeland Dairies as a Corporate Member and to be working together over the next three years. As a farmer owned co-operative Lakeland Dairies shares our commitment to supporting farm families and strengthening rural communities.

“This partnership will help us continue to provide vital support, practical guidance and mentoring to farmers and their families across Northern Ireland when it is needed most.”