Research & Innovation

Research and development make it possible for the Australian dairy industry to continue increasing its productivity gains. But innovations only lead to increased productivity if they are adopted or adapted.

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Consumer Research

Dairy Australia undertakes a number of research projects to help the industry better understand dairy food consumers and what they think about the dairy industry and its foods.

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Research Funding

Dairy is a highly collaborative industry and especially so when it comes to investment in Research & Development (R&D). Much of the $150 million spent on dairy R&D every year is made up of projects jointly funded.

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Manufacturing Research

Fluctuating milk prices, a tight milk supply and intense competition in high value markets create a tough environment for Australian dairy manufacturers.