A fierce debate regarding the quality of Irish vs. Danish butter has captured the attention of the public. A challenge between the Irish and Danish butter industries, originally scheduled for Limerick, was postponed and relocated to Manchester. It eventually fell through after the Danish representative demanded a £600 bet before allowing the competition to proceed. The Irish Cooperative Dairy Association has now issued a challenge to Denmark’s Agricultural Departments for a fair creamery-to-creamery competition, hoping for acceptance and resolution to the ongoing rivalry. The results of this battle have the potential to impact the butter industries of both countries and their overall reputation in the international market.

Falkirk Herald – Wednesday 13 November 1901