Swiss retailer Migros today (7 May) announced retail price cuts equivalent to around CHF0.05 per litre of milk on a range of milk products.

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more


The cuts were made possible by a new pricing agreement with milk producers and Migros dairy subsidiary Estavayer Lait SA (ELSA).


A few weeks ago, Migros chief executive Herbert Bolliger upset producers during a crucial phase in negotiations to set up a new milk marketing body. The resulting Fédération des Producteurs Suisse de Lait (PSL) was later to deliver cheaper milk pricing to processors.


Bolliger was accused of comparing the PSL to “a block of concrete that should be demolished” by the Swiss peasants’ union USP.


Earlier this month, the PSL published a review of 2008 dairy consumption in Switzerland, which identified stagnation in all major dairy categories except cheese.

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Yesterday, both Migros and the USP publicly buried their differences, which the USP attributed to “a misunderstanding”.

Just Food Excellence Awards - The Benefits of Entering

Gain the recognition you deserve! The Just Food Excellence Awards celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact. By entering, you showcase your achievements, elevate your industry profile, and position yourself among top leaders driving food industry advancements. Don’t miss your chance to stand out—submit your entry today!

Nominate Now