The independent milk processors offering hope to Queensland’s struggling dairy farmers
In good news for Queensland’s dwindling dairy industry, a successful Sunshine Coast cheesemaker will begin bottling milk for the first time tomorrow, providing an incentive for two former farmers to re-enter the industry.
Dairy farmers’ historic battles in Queensland
A SIMPLE spread considered a staple in most households was in short supply during and post World War II, with butter rations introduced.
Dairy Code of Conduct in its current state ‘worthless’ says Queensland farmer
A Queensland dairy farmer says his failed attempt to negotiate a new milk supply agreement under the Dairy Code of Conduct proved the code “worthless” in its current state.
Energy savings add up for Queensland dairy farmers
The Queensland government’s Energy Savers Plus Program Extension has been a long-running program designed to identify and to improve energy efficiencies on farm. QDO has been working alongside Queensland Farmers’ Federation and member organisations such as Growcom and Canegrowers, over a 12-month period.
Queensland dairy farmers feel duped by Lactalis deal
Some Queensland dairy farmers say they have been let down by a system designed to help them improve their lot.
Energy savings add up for Queensland dairy farmers
The Queensland government’s Energy Savers Plus Program Extension has been a long-running program designed to identify and to improve energy efficiencies on farm.
Shane’s industry passion is unwavering
Queensland dairy farmer Shane Bourke is hoping there is a future for his state’s dairy industry.
Energy savings add up for Queensland dairy farmers
The Queensland government’s Energy Savers Plus Program Extension has been a long-running program designed to identify and to improve energy efficiencies on farm.
Queensland dairy farmers disadvantaged by lack of RD&E
In the last week of February NSW Farmers Dairy Committee chairman and Cowra dairy farmer Colin Thompson visited several Queensland farm operations while touring with QDO as part of the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training Future Focus workshops.
Dairy farmers in Queensland finally being paid a price that might keep them in business
Queensland dairy farmers who have survived deregulation and dollar-a-litre milk are finally being paid closer to their break-even point by all but one major processor.
