Chairman eyes processor payday
Dairy Australia’s new chairman says processors have been given “a clear direction” to pay their way to DA.
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Gene geniuses set for Tatura
It’s been a tough season for the dairy sector. But all signs are pointing to a strong showing at International Dairy Week.
Saputo joins Bega and Fonterra with farmgate step up
A third dairy processor has upped its farmgate prices for producers in three states. See the latest.
Dairy Australia boss resigns
After seven years in the top job, Dairy Australia boss David Nation will finish up in his role.
New markets open as China fades
China has long been Australia’s dominant dairy buyer. But a swag of other nations are increasingly hungry for our butter and cheese.
Young southwest dairy farmer wins Dutch trip
Renee Mugavin has her passport at the ready after winning the dairy trip of a lifetime to the Netherlands.
High and dry in a 2024 of dairy drama
What were the highlights and lowlights for Australian dairy in 2024? The Weekly Times takes a look back at the year that was.
‘Farmers are paying for these huge increases with very little scrutiny’
Farmer turned accountant Kevin Ashworth says “there’s a lot to be questioned” over how Dairy Australia runs its numbers. See why.
Southwest dairy family making the most of market conditions
The green drought hit southwest Victorian dairy farmers in 2024, but Rachel and Dale McLean say their year in dairy turned out a little differently.
High risk, high reward TMR feed system means few surprises for this SA dairy
Always knowing their cost of production has the Altmann family kicking financial goals on their Murray Bridge dairy farm. See how they do it.
Dairy farm figures falling faster
Dairy farm numbers have been declining. But the pace is quickening. Here’s where and why the trend has accelerated.
Evaporated milk pool prospects
Expectations of improved dairy production numbers have been dashed. Here’s why forecasters say the milk pool is evaporating.
‘Don’t be the guys that shot Santa’
Australia’s top dairy farmer says processors need to provide some Christmas farmgate cheer, as Fonterra raise New Zealand farmgate prices to double digits for the first time.
Attenborough’s animal accolades
While Sir David Attenborough is best known for his wildlife documentaries, his Gippsland namesakes are without peer when it comes to Jerseys.
‘Stepping up is the only way to keep farmers’
Fonterra has stepped up its farmgate price — so will the rest follow? A leading dairy farmer says there’s no excuse. Here’s why.
Fonterra courts clarification over brands
For years, Fonterra has controlled several Bega brands as part of a decades-long deal. But now the label issue is heading to court.
Deflation delivers dairy sales
Consumers are paying less for dairy — is the lower farmgate price the factor behind the cost shift?
Fonterra’s step up breakthrough
Fonterra has become the first major processor to announce a farmgate step up this season. This is what you need to know.
Maintaining profitability the key for this Gippsland dairy family
Dairy farmers Stuart and Belinda Griffin aren’t afraid to make changes on farm, and as a result have improved their milk production by 13 per cent.
Bennett backed in as ADF president
Southwest Victoria’s Ben Bennett has been re-elected Australian Dairy Farmers president, following a tough campaign.
Processors succeed in crucial Dairy Australia ballot
Two ballot results at Dairy Australia’s annual general meeting have been described as a “double whammy” for farmers.
Carbon curbing by the teaspoon
Less than a teaspoon of feed additive could be worth its weight in carbon gold, scientists working on a Victorian dairy project say.
Beston supplier: ‘It’s dumbfounding mismanagement’
South Australian farmers are estimated to be out-of-pocket by a collective $10 million for unpaid milk following the collapse of Beston.
‘Milk quality is one of my favourite things. I love seeing the results’
From teenage tragedy to twenties triumph, Meg O’Loughlin can’t be held back from her dairy destiny. Here’s her story.
Dividend breakthrough for A2 Milk
After more than two decades on the dairy scene, a2 Milk is delivering a dividend to shareholders for the first time.
Kiwi farmgate nudges double digits
Rocketing international dairy prices have prompted another New Zealand farmgate lift, but an Australian springtime step up is now off the cards.
‘Lack of professionalism’: Letter exposes criticism of Ben Bennett
Australian Dairy Farmers president Ben Bennett has been deemed “not suitable” for re-election by independent assessors, in a letter circulated this morning.
‘Fox running the hen house’
A dairy lobby leader says processors are pushing for “a return to the bad old days” of the 2016 clawback.
Doubt over dairy decline hiatus
Victoria’s dairy farm decline is abating. But industry veterans say it may be a statistical blip.
Farmers fume over Dairy Australia’s $100k pay rise
A pending vote to raise Dairy Australia board members’ pay by a cumulative $100,000 has farmers seeing red. Here’s why.
Swiss bliss in Aussie Grand Dairy winner
WA farmer Chris Vogels’ raclette may be inspired by Switzerland, but the milk that makes the cheese is from only a few kilometres away. See the story behind the award-winner.
Farm leaders raise concerns over Pure Dairy’s Australian made labelling
A mammoth Melbourne project has dairy farmers concerned about an influx of foreign cheese.
Aus dairy drive in home of bubble tea
Home of the tapioca-and-milk bubble tea, Taiwan is presenting a $100 million opportunity for Australian dairy. Here’s why.
Vote on factory vs farmer cash stoush
Australian Dairy Products Federation’s role in Dairy Australia is set to come to a vote this month. Here’s why it’s controversial.
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