Northern Irish dairy industry could be destroyed, warns CEO of dairy council

The video discusses the severe consequences for the Northern Ireland dairy sector if the UK leaves the EU without a deal. It highlights two main issues: insufficient processing capacity for milk and the financial burden of tariffs on EU exports. These challenges threaten the sector's survival, impacting 3,100 dairy farmers, 2,000 processing employees, and rural communities. The video emphasizes the need for a workable deal to prevent significant economic and social repercussions.

What percentage of Northern Ireland's milk production is sent to the Republic of Ireland for processing?

• 25%

• 55%

• 45%

• 35%

What is the estimated annual tariff bill if Northern Ireland's dairy products face EU tariffs?

• £420 million

• £520 million

• £320 million

• £220 million

How much of the Northern Ireland dairy sector's total value does the estimated tariff bill represent?

• 30%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

What is the potential impact on jobs in the Northern Ireland dairy sector if a no-deal Brexit occurs?

• 4,000 jobs at risk

• 2,000 jobs at risk

• 1,000 jobs at risk

• 3,000 jobs at risk

What is the main message to politicians regarding the Northern Ireland dairy sector's future?

• A workable deal is essential.

• A no-deal Brexit is manageable.

• Processing capacity is sufficient.

• Tariffs will have minimal impact.