-2021- — Interview With A Milkman -1996-

Our study highlights the significant changes that have taken place in the milkman's profession over the past 25 years. The 2021 milkman faces new challenges, such as adapting to technology and competing with online services, but also benefits from improved efficiency and increased income. Despite these changes, both milkmen emphasize the importance of building relationships with their customers and taking pride in their work. As the dairy industry continues to evolve, it is essential to recognize the contributions of milkmen and support their efforts to provide high-quality products and services to their customers.

Supermarkets were there, sure, but people had a loyalty to the doorstep. It was a service. We did bread, eggs, orange juice. But mostly, it was convenience. The world wasn't 24/7 yet. If you ran out of milk for your Corn Flakes at 8:00 AM, you were out until you drove to the shops. We were the difference between a good day and a bad day. Interview With A Milkman -1996- -2021-

When did you feel the ground shift?

(Grins) Merlin. That was in 1998. My float broke down in January. Freezing. I lived on a farm--my dad had a Welsh cob. I harnessed him to a flatbed trailer. I delivered 60 pints by horse for three days. Our study highlights the significant changes that have