Dairy UK is the trade association for the UK dairy supply chain and brings together processors, dairy co-operatives, manufacturers, farmers and bottled milk buyers throughout the country. This supply chain approach is unique within the global dairy industry. Between them, Dairy UK's members collect and process about 85% of UK milk production and Dairy UK is committed to promoting and protecting the interests of the sector in the UK and abroad. The dairy industry is a success story and is vital to the UK economy, environment and diet. Thanks to an 80,000-strong workforce, it provides wholesome, affordable and nutritious foods to consumers while investing constantly in research and innovation.