Did milkmen have any competition from other delivery services?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Milkman
Yes, milkmen did face competition from other delivery services, such as grocery stores and supermarkets that began offering home delivery options. With the rise of these larger retailers, the demand for milk delivery decreased, leading to fewer milkmen and companies offering the service. However, there has been a recent resurgence in milk delivery, with smaller, niche companies offering farm-to-home milk delivery services.