Drowning in milk: The plight of a family-owned Rockingham dairy farm
Dan Myers steps out of his white Ford F-350 and onto the muddy ground just as the morning light begins to illuminate his family’s dairy farm, Walkup Holsteins. In the partially-covered pavilion in front of him, more than 30 pregnant dry cows lay on beds of straw and wood shavings.
Ahead of the curd: how the dairy industry is tackling climate change
It’s never been more important that we build a climate-resilient dairy industry to keep local products such as milk, butter and cheese on Australian tables. Some dairy farmers have been championing sustainable practices for decades.
Extreme weather, drought has created milk shortage: supplier
Drought and higher feed, water and electricity costs have created a shortfall in milk supply, a large supplier has confirmed.
Drought and low milk prices push dairy farmers to the brink
Some who rely on irrigation to survive are selling up, while others cut herds and take big financial hits.
Persistent Drought in Queensland a Concern for Australia
As 2019 begins, communities in Queensland state in Australia are facing their seventh year of drought. Farmers are suffering. Regional towns are struggling. And local officials say more government relief is needed, including additional spending on roads and rail.
