Guernsey Dairy is experiencing a sustained surge in demand for full cream (red carton) milk, mirroring UK media discussions on the resurgence of this natural product.
Andrew Tabel, Operations Director at Guernsey Dairy, said recent discussion in the UK media about the return in popularity of full cream milk reflects the trend locally. He explained: “We have seen a significant increase in demand for full cream milk. Since 2019, sales have grown more than 30%, rising from approximately 568,000 litres to just over 750,000 litres in 2025.
“By contrast, low fat milk, which still accounts for the majority of our sales, has declined gradually, while skimmed milk has seen a more noticeable reduction, falling around 23% since 2019.
“This pattern is similar to the trend seen in the UK, where some consumers are moving back to more natural and minimally processed foods – especially younger people. Many people now recognise that a sensible consumption of natural dairy fats can form part of a balanced diet.
“While low fat milk continues to make up the majority of our sales, the steady growth in full cream milk over several years suggests some consumers are rediscovering the taste, natural qualities and nutritional benefits of Guernsey Dairy full cream milk.”
