ADF welcomes new agriculture minister

Australian Dairy Farmers has welcomed the new Federal Agriculture Minister Julie Collins.

ADF president Ben Bennett said he was pleased to welcome a minister from a strong state for agricultural production, including dairy. Ms Collins is a Tasmanian MP.

“We appreciate Minister Collins’ acknowledgement of the vital role that agriculture plays in our country,” Mr Bennett said.

“The Australian dairy industry is the third largest agricultural industry in Australia and dairy farmers are world leaders in quality, innovation and sustainability, producing milk and dairy products that are in high demand both domestically and internationally.

“However, the dairy industry faces serious challenges, including the ongoing issues of profitability, sustainability and regulation.

“Those challenges require strategic policy support and robust collaboration between government and industry stakeholders.

“We look forward to working collaboratively to address the challenges and harness the opportunities ahead.”

Mr Bennett said ADF was inviting the minister on a farm tour, providing the opportunity for her to engage directly with industry experts and local farmers, witness first-hand the innovative practices that make dairy a global leader and discuss the issues impacting the dairy sector.

McPherson Media Group, Dairy News Australia

31 July 2024