With rising input costs and ever-tightening margins, many UK farmers are now turning to on-farm milk processing to take control of their income — and the results speak for themselves. At Mill Dairy Service, we’ve helped hundreds of farms across the UK invest in smart, scalable milk processing solutions — empowering them to create and sell high-quality dairy products like milk, butter, cream, and yoghurt, all while retaining more profit per litre.
Whether you’re a family farm looking to start small or a larger setup ready to diversify, here’s everything you need to know.
Why Process Milk on Your Farm?
Pasteurising and packaging your own milk is no longer just for large dairies. With modern, compact equipment like Milkplan pasteurisers and tanks, farmers can now:
- Earn £1.50 to £2.50 per litre or more by selling direct to local shops, cafes, markets, and online
- Control quality from cow to bottle
- Create value-added products like cream, butter, milkshakes, and yoghurts
- Tell your story – and your customers will pay for that local provenance
Our Proven Range: Milkplan Pasteurisers, Tanks and Separators
We proudly supply and support the full Milkplan range, trusted by dairy producers worldwide. Here are a few customer favourites:
- Milkplan MP Pasteurisers: Pasteurise milk safely and efficiently (15L – 1000L models available)
- Milkplan Cooling Tanks: Store processed milk or raw milk before bottling
- Milkplan Cream Separators: Separate cream for butter, yoghurt or ice cream production
- Touchscreen Control Units: Easy to operate with built-in batch settings
All our equipment is food-grade stainless steel, compliant with UK food hygiene regulations, and designed for on-farm use with easy cleaning and maintenance.
What’s Involved in Getting Started?
Setting up a small-scale milk processing unit is simpler than many farmers think. Here’s a quick overview:
- Choose Your Product Line
Decide if you’ll offer pasteurised milk, flavoured milkshakes, cream, butter, or yoghurt — or a mix.
- Get the Right Equipment
We’ll help size and supply your Milkplan pasteuriser, chiller tank, separator, bottling tools, and accessories based on your herd and daily output.
- Register with Local Authorities
You’ll need to register as a food business with your local council and comply with hygiene regulations (we can guide you through it).
- Packaging and Branding
From glass bottles to eco-friendly labels — we’ve seen what works and can help point you in the right direction.
- Build Your Customer Base
Start with your local area: shops, farmers markets, veg box schemes, and local delivery networks.
Real Farmers, Real Results
From Cornwall to Cumbria, we’ve helped hundreds of dairy farms turn their raw milk into profitable products with Milkplan pasteurisers and tanks. Whether you want a side income or a complete new direction, our engineering team and product advisors are here to help every step of the way — from setup to servicing.
One of our customers in Wales now supplies over 400 litres of flavoured milkshakes weekly to farm shops, bringing in a return of £1.85–£2.10 per litre, compared to the 30–45p from the processor.
It’s Not Just Milk – Think Butter, Cream and Yoghurt
With the right setup, you can also:
- Make farm-fresh butter with your separated cream
- Create thick, creamy yoghurts — plain or flavoured
- Sell single cream and double cream direct
- Offer seasonal products like clotted cream or kefir
All made with your milk, on your terms.
Why Choose Mill Dairy Service?
- UK-based family business with farming roots
- Engineers covering the entire country
- Experts in Milkplan systems and farm-friendly pasteurising setups
- Support with installations, hygiene compliance, and servicing
- Ongoing advice to help your business grow
Ready to Start Processing Your Milk?
Contact our team today or explore our Milk Processing Equipment section to get started. We’ll help you choose the right Milkplan setup and support you through the process from first batch to first sale.
Call us on 01603 898963
Or email: info@milldairyservice.co.uk
