A recent draft report released by the Productivity Commission into the regulatory burden on Australian agriculture has been welcomed by Australian Dairy Farmers (ADF) as an important first step.
A large crowd was again at the Shepparton Selling Centre for the 2nd Stage Complete Dispersal Sale of Tuerong Dairy Shorthorns of Malcolm & Ian Douglas of Stanhope.
Following recent difficulties for suppliers in the WA dairy industry, WAFarmers continues to work towards addressing the issue of oversupply and protecting the industry for current and future generations.
The Australian and NSW Coalition governments have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting dairy farmers doing it tough, with applications now open for Dairy Recovery Concessional Loans in New South Wales.
A number of Australia’s dairy farmers have again been rewarded for producing top quality milk in the 2016 Dairy Australia Countdown Milk Quality Awards.
Top selling lot at the recent Holstein Australia – Zoetis Showcase Sale at Bendigo was the outstanding Red & White cow, Empire Destry Pearl, VG 88 a/c Andrew Pacitti of South Australia.
The ‘2016 Lion Farmer of the Year’ was announced this week with young South Australian dairy farmer Sam Martin taking out top spot for his innovative practices and an impressive commitment to quality.