Fonterra increases farm gate milk price forecast to 655c/kgMS
Fonterra has increased its forecast Farmgate Milk Price for the 2017/18 season to $6.55 per kgMS.
Dairy
Dairy farming news, milk production insights, and breed developments across Australia.
Body stature in cattle similar to humans
Scientists have discovered that tall cows have a lot in common with tall people.
New dairy officers to help farmers recover
Queensland Dairyfarmers’ Organisation is excited to welcome Damien Ferguson and Torie Harrison to the team in their roles in supporting the Queensland dairy industry.
Illawambra Holsteins dominay March heifer list
While the February proof release saw the incredibly consistent run maintained in the top 20 cow list, the latest March figures have seen a few movers and shakers making an appearance.
Saputo lodges divestment plan for MG’s Koroit dairy
Saputo has lodged a proposed undertaking with the ACCC in respect of a divestment plan for Murray Goulburn’s Koroit dairy plant.
UDV wants farm gate milk price remain competitive
Victoria’s leading voice for dairy farmers acknowledges the concerns raised by the ACCC in their preliminary assessment of the Saputo – Murray Goulburn acquisition.
Murray Goulburn remains focused on asset sale
Murray Goulburn advises the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has issued a Statement of Issues in relation to the proposed sale of all of MG’s operating assets and operating liabilities to Saputo Dairy Australia.
New Holstein member makes impact on heifer list
In the February 2018 proof release the average BPI of the top 20 registered Holstein females was 361 compared to a figure of 349 for the December proof run.
King Island brie named champion at dairy awards
King Island Dairy Discovery Ash Brie 175g was named Champion White Mould Cheese at the prestigious 2018 Australian Grand Dairy Awards.
Linking dairy herd improvement and profit
Dairy farmers and anyone interested in the link between herd improvement and profit, are invited to attend The National Muster, field day at the Jelbart farm, Leongatha South on May 10.
Windy Vale Contender Rose rises to the top of Holstein cows
Hot on the heels of Fairvale Morty Lady 51 comes Windy Vale Contender Rose-ET, classified EX95-2E following a revisit by Holstein Australia classifiers last month.
Jersey breeders to celebrate Diamond Jubilee sale
All Jersey enthusiasts are invited to help celebrate Goulburn Murray Jersey Breeders Club’s (GMJBC) 60th birthday by submitting their best animal to the Diamond Jubilee Sale.
