Dairy farmers, processors and representative organisations are encouraged to take part in important regional consultations to help shape Australia’s first mandatory dairy code.

More information about the code and consultations can be found on the have your say website https://haveyoursay.agriculture.gov.au/

People can register online, email [email protected] or phone 1300 044 940.

Fast facts

Dairy is Australia’s third largest rural industry, worth almost $3.7 billion in 2016–17.
A mandatory dairy code was a key recommendation of the ACCC’s Dairy Inquiry.
While a mandatory code is being developed, the voluntary code will remain in place.
Outcomes of the voluntary code review will be considered when developing the mandatory code.