UK dairy farmers to benefit from Egypt trade breakthrough
Douglas Alexander, minister for trade policy, said: "This is a clear win for UK farmers.
"By opening up the Egyptian market, we're helping British farmers sell more of their world-class dairy abroad."
The change is expected to protect around £250 million in export opportunities over the next five years and will save exporters more than £1,000 in certification fees per shipment.
Daniel Zeichner, minister for food security and rural affairs, said: "The change to certification requirements in Egypt will cut costs and red tape for exporters, boosting growth opportunities."
In 2024 alone, the UK exported around £26 million worth of dairy products to Egypt.
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