The January proof release clearly shows an increased rate of genetic gain for the Holstein breed in Australia, according to Rohan Butler, Holstein Australia’s Genetic Improvement and Research Manager.
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited has increased its 2018/19 forecast Farmgate Milk Price range to $6.30-$6.60 per kgMS, up from $6.00-$6.30, and revised its forecast earnings down to 15-25 cents per share.
Dairy Livestock Services recently auctioned the quality Commercial herd of Holstein and Cross Bred cows of John & Leanne Tett at their property, Homeville, Cobargo, NSW
The slowdown in global milk supply growth has “set the stage” for a recovery in milk prices for dairy producers around the globe, according to a visiting North American dairy expert.
The World Wide Sires Evolution Sale at IDW fielded an outstanding catalogue of the Holstein Breed’s very best genetics and saw buyers from all parts of Australia and New Zealand.
Ongoing interest from dairy industry service providers in south-west Victoria has prompted the region to deliver an additional Occasional Counsellor workshop in March.