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Rhodri Glyn Thomas AM / AC

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Friday March 23rd

Dansco deal struck for farmers

Dansco cheese factory has been purchased by a Canadian company ending a period of uncertainty in the area. The Saputo company have struck a deal with farming groups to take up production at the Newcastle Emlyn site in what local AM Rhodri Glyn Thomas is hoping will be a profitable partnership.

Mr Thomas said:

"I have been liaising with those involved to ensure that this deal is able to go ahead but credit must be given to the farming groups, workers and consultants who have worked tirelessly to ensure a future for the processing plant in Mid Wales."

Mr Thomas added:

"I am hoping this deal means not only a future for the plant but a development of the workings that can provide a prosperous industry for the people of Newcastle Emlyn."

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Rhodri Glyn Thomas AM / AC  - Carmarthen East and Dinefwr