Supporting dairy businesses
Running a business can be challenging. Dairy businesses are complex, having to manage multiple activities including livestock, pastures and other feed sources, manage staff and deal with the unpredictability of weather and climate.
To ease the pressure on NSW dairy farm owners and managers, consultants, service providers and other industry support organisations, the Dairy Business Advisory Unit aims to assist with training, resources and relevant industry information to help you manage risks and a thriving dairy business. There are a range of resources that have been designed to foster a business management culture across our sector. These are freely available through our website.
NSW Dairy Farm Monitor Project
The NSW Dairy Farm Monitor Project (DFMP) provides farmers, government and the broader dairy industry with valuable information on the profitability, productivity and performance of local dairy farms and businesses.
Intensification of farming systems
Learn about the ways the NSW DPIRD Dairy Unit is helping farmers understand the economic performance and risks of zero grazing or total mixed ration systems.
Farm business analysis and support tools
Access tools that have been developed by the dairy industry for farmers and their advisors to assist with business and system analysis and farm planning.
The Business of Dairy Podcast
Listen to short interviews and hear tips and tricks from dairy farmers, business operators, service providers and consultants.
Additional support services and resources
Learn about the processors, financial providers, grants and disaster relief agencies, farm consultants, nutritionists, agronomists, veterinarians and other technical experts in NSW.
Dairy Research
NSW DPIRD conducts applied dairy research to support industry productivity, resilience and sustainability. Explore our projects.
