Australian Dairy: More Milk Matters

The Australian dairy sector is now at a crossroads looking for local dairy growth and chances in export markets. Australia has been unable to grow milk supply over the past decade and has a reduced role in global dairy trade. How can the Australian dairy industry find the right balance between investing in local growth and exploring export market opportunities?

Dairy demand

 The dairy industry is changing quickly and Australia appears well placed to tap into export markets. Dairy demand across the emerging economies continues to grow at solid rates. However, if growth in the milk pool is unable to exceed domestic demand growth, Australia’s exportable surplus will continue to decline.

Capitalise on opportunity

Inefficiencies in the supply chain could further erode the global competitiveness of the supply chain and lessen the possibilities of capturing growth opportunities from offshore markets. To be in a position to fully capitalise on this opportunity, the Australian dairy sector needs to produce more milk.

Find out how Australia can grow milk supply above domestic market demand and also become a favoured exporter.

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