A Queensland company that has developed technology to keep milk fresh for 60 days says the product is almost ready to purchase in supermarkets. Source: ABC Livestock Fresh milk that lasts 60 days expected to be on supermarket shelves by March
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Australia's largest dairy farm sued by former owners over milk price crash
A Chinese-owned company that bought Australia’s biggest dairy farm has been accused of breaching an agreement with the seller, which claims it’s owed millions. Source: ABC Livestock Australia’s largest dairy farm sued by former owners over milk price crash
Change the only constant in an industry where not all can survive
In an industry characterised by constant change, competing and evolving is key for dairy. Some changes are forced upon farmers, but proactive changes can deliver dividends. Source: ABC Livestock Change the only constant in an industry where not all can survive
How a small dairy co-op grew to be a homegrown food heavyweight
Bega Cheese’s move to acquire household dairy names and shore up its Australian product portfolio positions it nicely for international expansion, say insiders. Source: ABC Livestock How a small dairy co-op grew to be a homegrown food heavyweight
Bega Cheese buys Lion Dairy from Japan's Kirin
Bega Cheese emerges from a trading halt, announcing it will buy Lion Dairy and Drink from Japanese beverage giant Kirin. Source: ABC Livestock Bega Cheese buys Lion Dairy from Japan’s Kirin
Former senior managers at Murray Goulburn broke the law: Federal Court
Gary Helou and Brandley Hingle led dairy processor Murray Goulburn to its demise. Now the Federal Court has found they broke the law doing it. Source: ABC Livestock Former senior managers at Murray Goulburn broke the law: Federal Court
Dairy exports to China reach new record, set for increased tariffs
Australian dairy exporters achieve record milk powder sales to China this year, but are about to face a doubling in tariffs until the end 2020. Source: ABC Livestock Dairy exports to China reach new record, set for increased tariffs
From feral to food: Plans to milk Australian camels to make infant formula
Western Australia’s only camel dairy has its sights set on the $56 billion infant formula market and if successful, it might turn a profit from Australia’s feral camel problem. Source: ABC Livestock From feral to food: Plans to milk Australian camels to make infant formula
Chinese could draw the curtains on historic Tassie property
Australia’s largest dairy operation, Tasmania’s historic Van Diemen’s Land Company, is reportedly on the verge of being offloaded by its Chinese businessman owner Xianfeng Lu. Source: Beef Central Chinese could draw the curtains on historic Tassie property
School milk: The dairy industry wants to bring it back
Australia’s dairy industry wants to bring a milk program back into schools to help address a significant shortfall in the dairy intake of school-aged children. Source: ABC Livestock School milk: The dairy industry wants to bring it back
Soy, oat, almond, rice, coconut, dairy: Which 'milk' is best for your health?
A trip to the supermarket presents shoppers with an overwhelming number of milk choices. And far from just being the domain of the modern hipster, plant-based milk alternatives are going mainstream, writes Leah Dowling. Source: ABC Livestock Soy, oat, almond, rice, coconut, dairy: Which ‘milk’ is best for your health?
Dairy could generate an extra $500m in five years, but first it must stick to the plan
A major strategic plan shows Australia’s dairy industry could generate an additional $500 million in value at the farm gate within four years, and would grow to produce almost 1 billion litres more milk. Source: ABC Livestock Dairy could generate an extra 0m in five years, but first it must stick to the plan
Aussie cheesemakers on a roll thanks to COVID-19 lockdown, expensive European imports
Isolation is deepening our love affair for artisan cheese, and a lack of European imports is giving Australian cheesemakers a rare advantage. Source: ABC Livestock Aussie cheesemakers on a roll thanks to COVID-19 lockdown, expensive European imports
'Cream running through my veins': Dairy worker racks up half a century in the business
Both his grandfather and father have worked in the dairy industry. Now Spreyton local Adrian Wells is a dairy giant’s longest-serving employee in the country. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Cream running through my veins’: Dairy worker racks up half a century in the business
The independent milk processor growing as Queensland's industry shrinks to around 280 dairy farmers
As the number of Queensland dairy farmers dips towards 280, one independent processor is bucking the trend, to risk taking on milk from another two farms. Source: ABC Livestock The independent milk processor growing as Queensland’s industry shrinks to around 280 dairy farmers
$600m dairy deal with Chinese company ditched amid trade tensions
A $600 million deal to sell an Australia-based dairy business to a Chinese company is terminated, after failing to secure the approval of the Foreign Investment Review Board. Source: ABC Livestock 0m dairy deal with Chinese company ditched amid trade tensions
This tribe has the next celebrity superfood, but selling it risks the wrath of God
Kim Kardashian loves it. Australians will spend $25 per litre on it. But even as this wandering tribe faces extinction, the debate about selling their “holy” camel milk could tear this community apart. Source: ABC Livestock This tribe has the next celebrity superfood, but selling it risks the wrath of God
Kenilworth Dairies now bottling milk offering hope to struggling Queensland farmers
In good news for Queensland’s rapidly dwindling dairy industry, a successful Sunshine Coast cheesemaker will begin bottling milk for the first time tomorrow, providing incentive for two former farmers to re-enter the industry. Source: ABC Livestock Kenilworth Dairies now bottling milk offering hope to struggling Queensland farmers
Why cheese won't be enough to save this struggling industry
For the first time in 14 years, a major WA dairy processor will make cheddar, but it won’t be enough to save the farmers behind the product. Source: ABC Livestock Why cheese won’t be enough to save this struggling industry
Hope lies with radishes and chicken manure for sceptical dairy farmer
Regenerative pasture improvements help boost dairy farmers’ bottom line, giving one producer on the Sunshine Coast “hope for the first time”. Source: ABC Livestock Hope lies with radishes and chicken manure for sceptical dairy farmer
Seaweed the latest weapon against climate change for dairy farmers
A start-up seaweed farm and one of Australia’s largest milk companies join forces to tackle livestock methane emissions. Source: ABC Livestock Seaweed the latest weapon against climate change for dairy farmers
Record milk production for Tasmanian dairy amid challenging year for the national industry
Tasmanian dairy continues to shine with a 4.5 per cent production increase, producing 950 million litres of milk. Source: ABC Livestock Record milk production for Tasmanian dairy amid challenging year for the national industry
Four SA dairy farms sold to Canadian dairy giant for $40.4 million
The four farms include Kurleah at Allendale East, purchased by Beston for $7.23 million; Weneeda at Kalangadoo bought for $4.26 million and the congregation of Pedra Branca at Mount Gambier, sold to Beston in 2015 for $19.2 million. Source: ABC Livestock Four SA dairy farms sold to Canadian dairy giant for .4 million
Six years after a toddler died after drinking it, advocates want raw milk back on the table
Raw milk advocates are questioning the coroner’s finding that drinking unpasteurised dairy caused the death of three-year-old in 2014. Source: ABC Livestock Six years after a toddler died after drinking it, advocates want raw milk back on the table
Robotic dairy makes life easier for farmers and cows
A solar-powered, robotic dairy allows the herd to choose when it wants to be milked, making life much easier for a long-time dairy family. Source: ABC Livestock Robotic dairy makes life easier for farmers and cows
Northern Victorian dairy farmers search for cheaper water
Dairy farmers in northern Victoria’s Torrumbarry Irrigation Area look below their feet for a solution to crippling water prices. Source: ABC Livestock Northern Victorian dairy farmers search for cheaper water
Historic release of milk prices draws mixed response from dairy farmers
Milk processors published their opening prices for the new season yesterday for the first time, as required by the industry’s new code of conduct. Source: ABC Livestock Historic release of milk prices draws mixed response from dairy farmers
Milk prices revealed in first test of mandatory dairy code of conduct
Dairy farmers are told the price they will receive from milk processors under a new regime that outlaws retrospective price cuts. Source: ABC Livestock Milk prices revealed in first test of mandatory dairy code of conduct
Australian cheese lovers save regional businesses by ordering online 'rescue boxes'
Bushfires and COVID-19 restrictions cripple regional cheese businesses reliant on tourism. Source: ABC Livestock Australian cheese lovers save regional businesses by ordering online ‘rescue boxes’
Australia's largest organic dairy company in the hands of administrators, owing millions
The nation’s largest organic dairy company, Organic Dairy Farmers of Australia, is owned by farming families which administrators say are owed millions. Source: ABC Livestock Australia’s largest organic dairy company in the hands of administrators, owing millions
Camel milk producer sees bump in demand for allergen-free, vitamin-rich dairy equivalent
For a northern Victorian camel farmer, demand for the rare milk continues to be an udder delight. Source: ABC Livestock Camel milk producer sees bump in demand for allergen-free, vitamin-rich dairy equivalent
'Still being dictated to' says dairy farmer of 'worthless' Code of Conduct
A Queensland dairy farmer says the Dairy Code of Conduct is ‘worthless’ in its current state after negotiations with a processor for a new milk contract failed. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Still being dictated to’ says dairy farmer of ‘worthless’ Code of Conduct
Your next health supplement could be the same thing cows feed their newborns
With the COVID-19 pandemic, immunity has never been such a hot topic. It’s meant a family-run dairy that produces colostrum is being overrun with enquiries. Source: ABC Livestock Your next health supplement could be the same thing cows feed their newborns
Push for new dairy levy gains support
Farmers want a 30 cent to 40 cent levy imposed on dairy products to ensure industry has a future. Source: ABC Livestock Push for new dairy levy gains support
Businessman's dairy proposal puts pressure on Government to help struggling farmers
A Victorian businessman has given the Federal Government a detailed plan to help the struggling dairy industry get back on track — and give more money to farmers. Source: ABC Livestock Businessman’s dairy proposal puts pressure on Government to help struggling farmers
There is opportunity in COVID-19, says NSW sheep dairy farmer
NEW South Wales sheep dairy farmer Cressida Cains sees opportunities for small farmers to replace speciality cheese imports with homegrown branded products as the COVID-19 pandemic impacts global supply chains and domestic consumer preferences. Source: Sheep Central There is opportunity in COVID-19, says NSW sheep dairy farmer
A NSW dairy farmer has been awarded for her efforts to bring profits back to the farm gate
Cressida Cains’ industry innovation has been recognised at the 2020 New South Wales’ Rural Women’s Award. Source: ABC Livestock A NSW dairy farmer has been awarded for her efforts to bring profits back to the farm gate
'We can only go on so long': Buffalo dairy farmer dumps milk, fears for industry's future
Every three days this buffalo dairy farmer says “it’s devastating” as he dumps thousands of litres of quality milk — the demand from restaurants and cafes is evaporating due to pandemic restrictions. Source: ABC Livestock ‘We can only go on so long’: Buffalo dairy farmer dumps milk, fears for industry’s future
Blessed are the cheesemakers turning wild goats' cheese into restaurant gold
Sometimes maligned as a destructive feral pest, the lowly goat is enjoying a surge in popularity among farmers, producers, restaurateurs and foodies. Source: ABC Livestock Blessed are the cheesemakers turning wild goats’ cheese into restaurant gold
Coronavirus sees the revival of an old practice
Robe dairy producers set up home deliveries, hoping to keep their business alive. Source: ABC Livestock Coronavirus sees the revival of an old practice
Country church moves service to after milking time, draws a crowd
Not exactly a case of a cow stuck in a well, but milking times were depleting the congregation at Freestone Uniting Church — until service times were shifted. Source: ABC Livestock Country church moves service to after milking time, draws a crowd
'Biological hazard': GM cows and the experiment that went wrong
In a paddock in rural Australia are five calves that look just like any others. But they’re not — they’re considered “biological hazards”. And this is the story of how they got here. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Biological hazard’: GM cows and the experiment that went wrong
Effluent-powered dairy to target Asian baby formula market
Insatiable Asian for demand for Australian baby formula has sparked a radical proposal from a Chinese-backed company to build a $1 billion dairy and milk powdering plant in Western Australia. Source: ABC Livestock Effluent-powered dairy to target Asian baby formula market
The rising cost of keeping Queensland dairy farmers in business
Queensland dairy farmers who have survived deregulation and dollar-a-litre milk are finally being paid closer to their break-even point by all but one major processor. Source: ABC Livestock The rising cost of keeping Queensland dairy farmers in business
Feed additive shows promising 25pc reduction in cows’ methane production in trials
US research trials into the use of a feed additive designed to moderate greenhouse gas emissions have produced a 25 percent reduction in enteric methane in dairy cattle. The compound did not affect lactational performance of the cows and in fact increased their feed efficiency per unit of milk yield. The sensory properties of milk… Read more »
This energy-efficient goat dairy runs on solar power, no kidding
When you buy your next block of cheese, it may have been produced using solar power — especially if it’s from a farm in the rolling hills of southern Tasmania. Source: ABC Livestock This energy-efficient goat dairy runs on solar power, no kidding
Demand for Aussie milk powder sought by China's personal shoppers falls due to coronavirus
Daigou traders, who buy Australian products and send them to middle-class consumers in China, notice soaring demand for health items as perishable food products feel the pinch. Source: ABC Livestock Demand for Aussie milk powder sought by China’s personal shoppers falls due to coronavirus
'Don't want to see them go': Cows sent to slaughter as WA's dairy crisis deepens
Less than a year after the end of $1-a-litre milk, Western Australia’s dairy industry is facing an exodus of farmers because of low farmgate prices, with an industry group saying the price hike paid by consumers is not being passed on to farmers. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Don’t want to see them go’: Cows sent… Read more »
'Massive blow to Queensland's dairy industry': Workers to lose jobs as Lactalis factory shuts
In what is being seen as another nail in the coffin for Queensland milk suppliers, a French-owned dairy business is shutting its Rockhampton factory at the end of the month, sacking all 47 of its workers. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Massive blow to Queensland’s dairy industry’: Workers to lose jobs as Lactalis factory shuts
Dairy industry digests plan to consolidate governance
A major restructure looms for the Australian dairy industry, however some state-based advocacy organisations are concerned the proposal misses the mark. Source: ABC Livestock Dairy industry digests plan to consolidate governance
LNP 'stunt' spreading misinformation, says Health Minister after Maleny Dairies tender criticism
Family-owned Maleny Dairies’ milk flies off the shelves in an outpouring of community support after the company accused the Queensland Government of hypocrisy for overlooking them in a tender decision. Source: ABC Livestock LNP ‘stunt’ spreading misinformation, says Health Minister after Maleny Dairies tender criticism
Local milk company denied major government contract despite promise to 'Buy Queensland'
The Queensland Government is accused of “complete hypocrisy” for choosing two multi-national dairy processors over the family-owned Maleny Dairies to supply fresh milk and dairy products to some of the state’s major hospitals. Source: ABC Livestock Local milk company denied major government contract despite promise to ‘Buy Queensland’
Drought, fires dry up chocolate milk, yoghurt supplies as farmers pushed to the brink
Consumers could see a shortage of flavoured milks, yoghurt and custards, as a direct result of the drought and fires, the NSW Farmers Association says. Source: ABC Livestock Drought, fires dry up chocolate milk, yoghurt supplies as farmers pushed to the brink
Supermarkets told to raise milk prices as dairy farming industry 'devastated' by fires
Already reeling from the death of father-son dairy farmers Robert and Patrick Salway, the dairy industry could take another blow — ‘devastating’ milk shortages. Source: ABC Livestock Supermarkets told to raise milk prices as dairy farming industry ‘devastated’ by fires
Dairy farmer says sending herd to slaughter is 'the last resort' after Mary River runs dry
Gympie dairy farmer Peter Rough says he doesn’t want to do it, but the drought is sending him broke, and with many other dairies facing a similar situation across Australia the industry says milk could soon be in short supply. Source: ABC Livestock Dairy farmer says sending herd to slaughter is ‘the last resort’… Read more »
Dairy code of conduct launches guaranteeing prices, banning retrospective cuts
Beginning today, the horror caused by retrospective price cuts in 2016 will now be banned under the new mandatory code of conduct. Source: ABC Livestock Dairy code of conduct launches guaranteeing prices, banning retrospective cuts
Coles in massive $5 million payment to dairy farmers
Coles will pay more than $5 million to Norco dairy farmers after it was found it had not passed on the full amount of a milk price rise, despite claiming it did in a marketing campaign. Source: ABC Livestock Coles in massive million payment to dairy farmers
'Pretty bloody hard': Local businesses in tears as another NSW dairy farm shuts down
With running costs out of control due to the pressure of the drought, a well-known dairy in north-eastern NSW has no choice but to close, and it’s not just the farm workers who will feel the effects. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Pretty bloody hard’: Local businesses in tears as another NSW dairy farm shuts down
Could glass bottles and milkmen make a comeback?
Ray Thomas was one of Victoria’s last remaining milkmen when he gave up his delivery run in 2011, but his old profession could be about to make a return, as governments look for ways to reduce single-use plastics. Source: ABC Livestock Could glass bottles and milkmen make a comeback?
Family-owned factory invests in dairy's future with the help of robots
At a desperate time for the dairy industry, a determined Sunshine Coast couple is staking their financial future on upgrading their processing plant and keeping local farms in business. Source: ABC Livestock Family-owned factory invests in dairy’s future with the help of robots
Consumers urged not to boycott iced coffee brand amid news of Chinese company takeover
South Australians are being urged not to boycott Farmers Union Iced Coffee, following news that a Chinese-owned company would be taking over its parent company. Source: ABC Livestock Consumers urged not to boycott iced coffee brand amid news of Chinese company takeover
Chinese company to take over Dairy Farmers and Aussie dairy icons for $600m
The Chinese company, which recently took over Bellamy’s, wants to pay $600 million to Japanese beverage giant Kirin for Dairy Farmers, Masters and Pura and other dairy icons. Source: ABC Livestock Chinese company to take over Dairy Farmers and Aussie dairy icons for 0m
Cheese war over Bega brand heads to court
New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra has rights to the Bega Cheese brand until 2026 and doesn’t like it appearing on products newly acquired by Bega, like peanut butter. Source: ABC Livestock Cheese war over Bega brand heads to court
Cheeses recalled because of E. coli levels found during routine testing
Cheese lovers are being urged to return or dispose of camembert and brie varieties which have been found to include high levels of the E. coli bacteria. Source: ABC Livestock Cheeses recalled because of E. coli levels found during routine testing
Farmers pour 4,000l of milk down the drain as bushfires cut power
A dairy farming couple is forced to drain nearly 4,000 litres of milk — over 11 milkings — after bushfires left their property without electricity for days. Source: ABC Livestock Farmers pour 4,000l of milk down the drain as bushfires cut power
Dairy farmers say regulations meant to protect them appear set to do the opposite
Family-run dairy farms are fuming after regulations they were told would protect them from unscrupulous milk processors appear set to do the opposite. Source: ABC Livestock Dairy farmers say regulations meant to protect them appear set to do the opposite
Meet the farmer giving unwanted dairy calves a longer life, increasing their value as veal
Challenged by animal activists over the slaughter of newborn male calves, some dairy farmers are marketing older calves as veal to the ethical consumer. Source: ABC Livestock Meet the farmer giving unwanted dairy calves a longer life, increasing their value as veal
Across 100 years in the one town, Ivy has seen drought, flood, and a declining dairy industry
A Queensland great grandmother recalls the challenges of life on the land as she celebrates a century in the rural town of Biggenden. Source: ABC Livestock Across 100 years in the one town, Ivy has seen drought, flood, and a declining dairy industry
'It doesn't smell like a stinky shearing shed': Have you ever tried sheep's milk?
There are only a handful of sheep dairies in Australia, but it is a popular alternative to traditional dairy products. Source: ABC Livestock ‘It doesn’t smell like a stinky shearing shed’: Have you ever tried sheep’s milk?
These dairy farmers can see the water they desperately need, but aren't allowed to access it
Australia’s dairy farmers are leaving the industry in droves as drought and sky-high prices for water take their toll. Source: ABC Livestock These dairy farmers can see the water they desperately need, but aren’t allowed to access it
Former MG executives' bid to shrug off legal action dismissed by Federal Court
Two former senior Murray Goulburn executives are expected to appear before the Federal Court early next year, after a judge dismissed their motion to have the proceedings thrown out today. Source: ABC Livestock Former MG executives’ bid to shrug off legal action dismissed by Federal Court
'Dirty, rotten, mongrel bastards': Farmer says he may not have closed if supermarkets passed on milk price increase
Another Queensland dairy farmer forced to send his herd to the meatworks says it may not have come to that if major supermarkets had passed on milk price increases. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Dirty, rotten, mongrel bastards’: Farmer says he may not have closed if supermarkets passed on milk price increase
'Buy local and pray for rain' says struggling coast dairy farmer
Coastal dairy farms are culling their herds because they can not afford to feed them while they and their communities feel the flow-on effect of drought. Source: ABC Livestock ‘Buy local and pray for rain’ says struggling coast dairy farmer
Dairy company reaches settlement over foreign worker underpayment allegations
A dairy company that accused foreign workers of owing rent after allegations of underpayment arose has agreed to an out-of-court settlement. Source: ABC Livestock Dairy company reaches settlement over foreign worker underpayment allegations
Fonterra rings up $562m loss, announces focus will shift across the ditch
Fonterra has announced a loss of more than half a billion dollars and called on its Australian business to “stand on its own two feet” as the dairy company shifts its focus to its New Zealand operations. Source: ABC Livestock Fonterra rings up 2m loss, announces focus will shift across the ditch
China's desperation for infant formula injects life into struggling dairy industry
While many dairy farmers in northern Victoria are downsizing and selling up due to drought and the cost of water, in South Gippsland they are investing in their businesses. Source: ABC Livestock China’s desperation for infant formula injects life into struggling dairy industry
Chefs say Australian butter tastes like 'salt and water', so these producers are fighting back
Australians love and will pay top prices for proper coffee, stinky cheese, and top-of-the-range wines and olive oils. Now butter has joined that list. Source: ABC Livestock Chefs say Australian butter tastes like ‘salt and water’, so these producers are fighting back
Infant formula company Bellamy's to be bought out by Chinese dairy
Tasmanian-based infant formula company Bellamy’s tells shareholders to vote in favour of a $1.5 billion takeover by Chinese company Mengniu. Source: ABC Livestock Infant formula company Bellamy’s to be bought out by Chinese dairy
Blind dairy farmer Harry Gibson and wife Diana have made it work despite the odds
Diana Gibson has been her husband’s “eyes” for many years, but now her own health is failing with Parkinson’s disease. But despite everything, Harry still tends the cows. Source: ABC Livestock Blind dairy farmer Harry Gibson and wife Diana have made it work despite the odds
124-year-old dairy processor Brancourts goes into voluntary administration
Family-run dairy manufacturer Brancourts has gone into administration and there will be an immediate impact on jobs at its two factories in Victoria and NSW. Source: ABC Livestock 124-year-old dairy processor Brancourts goes into voluntary administration
Meet the families keeping the Australian dairy industry dream alive
One family has been dairying for 100 years and another is getting back in the game. What is it that keeps them so keen in a struggling industry? Source: ABC Livestock Meet the families keeping the Australian dairy industry dream alive
NSW appoints first dairy advocate in bid to help industry in crisis
Making good on an election promise, the NSW Government has named its first dairy advocate, who is vowing to highlight the pressures faced by farmers at both ends of the supply chain. Source: ABC Livestock NSW appoints first dairy advocate in bid to help industry in crisis
Next time you buy a high-end steak, consider an old dairy cow
Most beef you eat comes from around two-year-old cattle, but some farmers are singing the praises of dry-aged beef from what they call “vintage” cows. Source: ABC Livestock Next time you buy a high-end steak, consider an old dairy cow
From rowing to making cheese and the storm it took to get there
Going into the age-old craft of cheesemaking is not normally sparked by violent weather, but this was the case for a former rower, who now loves the “glorious, warm feeling” of cheese curd. Source: ABC Livestock From rowing to making cheese and the storm it took to get there
Buying a cheese factory becomes dairy farmer's success story
There’s been no end to bad news for the dairy industry, but one Queensland farmer is defying the trend by boosting tourism and drawing in droves of fans. Source: ABC Livestock Buying a cheese factory becomes dairy farmer’s success story
You're paying more for milk but is any of it going to farmers?
Dairy farmers say they are devastated a 10-cents-a-litre increase in the retail price of milk in July has not been passed on to them. Source: ABC Livestock You’re paying more for milk but is any of it going to farmers?
Europe's campaign to stop Australia using the word feta advances
EU officials want to prevent Australian farmers from calling their cheese feta unless it comes from Greece. But efforts to restrict prosecco to only come from Italy face strong opposition. Source: ABC Livestock Europe’s campaign to stop Australia using the word feta advances
'It's crunch time': Qld dairy farmer makes final plea for milk price increase
A Queensland dairy farmer says the only way the industry will survive is if people pay $1.50 a litre, with production costs skyrocketing in the drought. Source: ABC Livestock ‘It’s crunch time’: Qld dairy farmer makes final plea for milk price increase
Dairy workers claiming underpayment hit with surprise rent bill ahead of Federal Court hearing
A group of farm workers claiming they were underpaid are hit with a rent bill in the lead-up to a Federal Court hearing. Source: ABC Livestock Dairy workers claiming underpayment hit with surprise rent bill ahead of Federal Court hearing
RTI documents contained allegations against wrong dairy
Documents containing allegations of animal cruelty were incorrectly released by Tasmania’s Primary Industries Department as part of a right to information request related to Australia’s largest dairy. Source: ABC Livestock RTI documents contained allegations against wrong dairy
Milk processors compete for farmers in dairy heartland
For the first time, dairy farmers in the Bega Valley could have the opportunity to supply the fresh milk market as Lactalis and Saputo look to secure new suppliers. Source: ABC Livestock Milk processors compete for farmers in dairy heartland
Aldi quietly raises price of milk by 10c a litre, dairy farmers unsure how it will affect them
The dairy industry has welcomed a surprise move by supermarket chain Aldi to raise the retail price of their home brand milk, but it remains unclear if farmers will benefit. Source: ABC Livestock Aldi quietly raises price of milk by 10c a litre, dairy farmers unsure how it will affect them
Coles joins Aldi, Woolworths raising price of milk, but benefit to dairy farmers unclear
The dairy industry has welcomed a surprise move, first by Aldi, then Woolworths and Coles, to raise the retail price of their home brand milk. Source: ABC Livestock Coles joins Aldi, Woolworths raising price of milk, but benefit to dairy farmers unclear
'People are willing to pay:' How high-end cheese is reshaping a country town
Australian dairy production is dropping, but a town in Victoria’s Western District is taking advantage of changing consumer tastes to turn its fortunes around. Source: ABC Livestock ‘People are willing to pay:’ How high-end cheese is reshaping a country town
Australia's largest dairy VDL in turmoil again as staff raise animal welfare concerns
Australia’s largest dairy loses its senior management and a number of other staff pen a letter raising animal welfare concerns, just a year after the entire board resigns. Source: ABC Livestock Australia’s largest dairy VDL in turmoil again as staff raise animal welfare concerns
'You won't be drinking Australian milk': Farmers' warning amid mass exodus
Australia’s status as a dairy powerhouse is long gone as milk production falls, factories close and farmers walk off the land. And if nothing changes, there won’t be a dairy industry left in a few years, one farmer says. Source: ABC Livestock ‘You won’t be drinking Australian milk’: Farmers’ warning amid mass exodus
Murray Goulburn settles class action for $42m
Legal group Slater and Gordon reaches an agreement with the former milk processing co-operative on behalf of 1,300 investors. Source: ABC Livestock Murray Goulburn settles class action for m
Costs and weather hit dairy farmer confidence and profits
Costs are eroding Australian dairy farmers profit and hitting confidence, with the number of farmers positive about the industry the lowest in 15 years. Poor seasonal conditions are mostly to blame, with high feed and irrigation water costs. Source: ABC Livestock Costs and weather hit dairy farmer confidence and profits
Milk recalled over cleaning product contamination fears
Eight popular milk brands sold in supermarkets across Victoria and southern New South Wales are being recalled over fears a cleaning solution made its way into the batch. Source: ABC Livestock Milk recalled over cleaning product contamination fears
Coles to deal directly with farmers, cutting out milk processors
The supermarket giant announces it will bypass processors and contract milk directly from dairy farmers in New South Wales and Victoria from July 1. Source: ABC Livestock Coles to deal directly with farmers, cutting out milk processors