Articles tagged: Dairy
Fonterra deal worries leaders
A Pomborneit farmer says a dairying body is disappointed that Fonterra’s sale to the world’s largest dairy company has cleared an important hurdle.
Competition authority green-lights dairy deal
The Australia Competition and Consumer Commission will not stand in the way of dairy business Lactalis in its potential bid to acquire Fonterra.
Dairy season opens, prices updated
Dairy processors have continued to raise their milk prices up until the last minute, with the 2025-26 season now underway.
Prices impacted by domestic outlook
Dairy processors have declared opening prices for the 2025-26 season, but are blaming changing consumer behaviour and the rising cost of living for the lower-than-hoped prices.
Empty effluent ponds for growth
Agriculture Victoria’s dairy industry development officer Rachael Campbell says emptying dairy effluent ponds can benefit pastures.
Stock collection still available
Dairy Farmers Victoria president and Larpent farmer Mark Billing says dead livestock collection is still available for local farmers, amid concerns for the service following a northern Victorian knackery stopping its pickups.
Housing solutions sought for dairy industry
A Victorian dairy support organisation is aiming to save the long-term sustainability of the state’s $3-billion dairy industry by identifying innovative housing solutions to attract and retain a workforce in dairy regions such as south-west Victoria.
Milking swap helps farmers in dry times
A flexible approach has helped Barongarook West farmer Simon Scott find success during a difficult season.
Jiwan dairy destined for city
A chance trip through Colac has seen a dairy business boom three years into operations, with plenty of plans to grow and explore further opportunities.
Pappy’s blue gum plantation concerns
A Simpson local has expressed concerns that the increase of plantation purchases around the district “will wipe the community out”.
Terry’s dairy journey recognised
Deans Marsh dairy farmer Terry Richardson says he is prouder of the relationships he has built during his 20 years in the area than the awards he has received along the way. But he has described his latest accolade as an honor. Terry has received the Australian Dairy Industry Council’s 2023 Pat Rowley Outstanding Service […]
Delight for local dairy company
Just over two years since opening, award-winning Colac dairy company JIWAN have gone from strength to strength, taking home more honours and expanding the business across the country, with plans to export in the future.
Cows unfazed by dairy visitor
Colac district dairy farmer John Ryan says he has been milking at Bungador for 45 years and has never had a koala take up residence in his dairy before.
Call for law change for virtual fences
Timboon dairy farmers Renee and Matt Whitehead are eager to see the Victorian Government legalise modern virtual fencing technology after visiting New Zealand for a study tour.
Farmers brush up on biosecurity practices
Farmers, agriculture experts, vets and biosecurity specialists have gathered in Colac to share insights into keeping diseases out of dairy farms.
Profits but no growth for dairy
More than 90 per cent of western Victorian dairy farms expect to turn a profit this financial year, on the back of high milk prices and solid rain.
