Tirlán has announced it is extending its support package for family farm milk suppliers in a bid to help address the ongoing impact of drought on grass growth and milk production.

The extension was made in response to severely constrained grass growth across drought-affected parts of the Tirlán catchment, and to help farmers protect winter fodder reserves.

The support package is designed to help farmers maintain herd performance and support milk production, as milk volumes at processing sites continue to track below expected levels and milk protein percentages remain behind those achieved in previous years.

The support applies to qualifying products delivered between 10 July and 26 August 2026, with final orders to be placed by 1pm on Friday 21 August.

The package offers immediate support of:

Commenting on the extension, Tirlán chair Ger O’Brien said:

“As a farmer-owned co-operative, Tirlán understands the challenges our milk suppliers are facing, and we remain committed to supporting members through this difficult period.

“We will continue to keep the situation under review.”

In addition to the financial support package, Tirlán's advisory teams continue to work closely with milk suppliers, providing guidance on grassland management, feeding strategies and fodder planning.