The new milk year in Australia begins in July, which means the price of milk will be subject to negotiations between retailers and processors.

However, farmers were disappointed at the recent news that Woolworths will be phasing out its milk drought levy by the end of June. Meaning, the supermarket giant will no longer pay dairy farmers a rate of 10 cents per litre.

Woolworths would no longer pay dairy farmers the additional 10 cents per litre of milk, starting July. Credit: Gloucester Advocate.​

During the height of the drought in 2018, Woolworths introduced the milk drought levy to support dairy farmers who have been affected by the disaster.

And now, the supermarket giant’s recent decision to scrap the levy was said to be made because the drought conditions were reported to be easing up this year.

“As La Nina has delivered record rainfall and farmgate milk prices continue to climb, we've reached an important turning point and will be phasing out the drought levy ahead of the new milk year,” said Woolworths commercial director of dairy Jason McQuaid.

Mr McQuaid also assured that farmers will continue to receive the additional 10 cents for every litre of selected Woolworths milk sold until the arrangement ends at the end of June.

David Inall, chief executive of Australian Dairy Farmers, said that the dairy industry had always known the levy was only a temporary measure to help farmers get through the drought.

“Now that the drought is behind us for most farmers, it is accepted and understood that the levy would be dropped,” said Mr Inall.

“Appropriately, they've provided five months' notice, which is prudent and appreciated,” he added, thanking Woolworths for the consideration.

The move to phase out the milk drought levy has disappointed dairy farmers nationwide. Credit: news.com.au.​

However, not everyone in the dairy industry feels the same sentiments.

Some farmers voiced out their concerns that they were disappointed the levy isn’t being rolled into the base price for milk.

NSW Farmers dairy committee chair Colin Thompson said that while he was grateful for the initiative from supermarkets, dairy farmers aren’t getting the proper price for their milk’s worth.

“The irrational dollar-a-litre pricing model nearly killed the dairy industry, we cannot let that happen ever again,” said Mr Thompson.

“There is a degree of disappointment among dairy farmers that the drought levy was not rolled into the base price,” he added.

“Fair, market-based pricing that recognises the true cost of production is what dairy farmers need for a sustainable future.”

Woolworths milk is currently priced at $1.30 a litre.

So, what does the scrapping of milk drought levy mean for consumers?

This means that for every litre of milk we buy, a part of it will no longer go to dairy farmers starting July.

This move would usually see that milk prices would go down. However, from the looks of it, no changes in the price of milk will be made.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below!

 

[Big Al]

Woolworths to remove dairy farmers’ 10c milk drought levy​

The new milk year in Australia begins in July, which means the price of milk will be subject to negotiations between retailers and processors.

However, farmers were disappointed at the recent news that Woolworths will be phasing out its milk drought levy by the end of June. Meaning, the supermarket giant will no longer pay dairy farmers a rate of 10 cents per litre.

Woolworths would no longer pay dairy farmers the additional 10 cents per litre of milk, starting July. Credit: Gloucester Advocate.​

During the height of the drought in 2018, Woolworths introduced the milk drought levy to support dairy farmers who have been affected by the disaster.

And now, the supermarket giant’s recent decision to scrap the levy was said to be made because the drought conditions were reported to be easing up this year.

“As La Nina has delivered record rainfall and farmgate milk prices continue to climb, we've reached an important turning point and will be phasing out the drought levy ahead of the new milk year,” said Woolworths commercial director of dairy Jason McQuaid.

Mr McQuaid also assured that farmers will continue to receive the additional 10 cents for every litre of selected Woolworths milk sold until the arrangement ends at the end of June.

David Inall, chief executive of Australian Dairy Farmers, said that the dairy industry had always known the levy was only a temporary measure to help farmers get through the drought.

“Now that the drought is behind us for most farmers, it is accepted and understood that the levy would be dropped,” said Mr Inall.

“Appropriately, they've provided five months' notice, which is prudent and appreciated,” he added, thanking Woolworths for the consideration.

The move to phase out the milk drought levy has disappointed dairy farmers nationwide. Credit: news.com.au.​

However, not everyone in the dairy industry feels the same sentiments.

Some farmers voiced out their concerns that they were disappointed the levy isn’t being rolled into the base price for milk.

NSW Farmers dairy committee chair Colin Thompson said that while he was grateful for the initiative from supermarkets, dairy farmers aren’t getting the proper price for their milk’s worth.

“The irrational dollar-a-litre pricing model nearly killed the dairy industry, we cannot let that happen ever again,” said Mr Thompson.

“There is a degree of disappointment among dairy farmers that the drought levy was not rolled into the base price,” he added.

“Fair, market-based pricing that recognises the true cost of production is what dairy farmers need for a sustainable future.”

Woolworths milk is currently priced at $1.30 a litre.

So, what does the scrapping of milk drought levy mean for consumers?

This means that for every litre of milk we buy, a part of it will no longer go to dairy farmers starting July.

This move would usually see that milk prices would go down. However, from the looks of it, no changes in the price of milk will be made.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below!

Subsidizing a free market only serves to skew that market even more.
Decades of intervention and protection has resulted in Australian dairy farmers not being in control of their product today.

 

[Janbee]

I don't buy supermarket brand milk as I believe it is cheap at the expense of our dairy industry but why not just continue with the 10c including it in the base price of milk?

 

[June 1245]

I will just change my brand of milk to one that supports our dairy industry

 

[goodmorning]

why cant it continue there will be an other drought again or a flood so up that in a fund to help farmers in need is stead of waiting till it is that bad that they need to do something at lest the $ will be there to help

 

[Kinchar]

 

[Marilyn Ann]

Woolworths to remove dairy farmers’ 10c milk drought levy​

The new milk year in Australia begins in July, which means the price of milk will be subject to negotiations between retailers and processors.

However, farmers were disappointed at the recent news that Woolworths will be phasing out its milk drought levy by the end of June. Meaning, the supermarket giant will no longer pay dairy farmers a rate of 10 cents per litre.

Woolworths would no longer pay dairy farmers the additional 10 cents per litre of milk, starting July. Credit: Gloucester Advocate.​

During the height of the drought in 2018, Woolworths introduced the milk drought levy to support dairy farmers who have been affected by the disaster.

And now, the supermarket giant’s recent decision to scrap the levy was said to be made because the drought conditions were reported to be easing up this year.

“As La Nina has delivered record rainfall and farmgate milk prices continue to climb, we've reached an important turning point and will be phasing out the drought levy ahead of the new milk year,” said Woolworths commercial director of dairy Jason McQuaid.

Mr McQuaid also assured that farmers will continue to receive the additional 10 cents for every litre of selected Woolworths milk sold until the arrangement ends at the end of June.

David Inall, chief executive of Australian Dairy Farmers, said that the dairy industry had always known the levy was only a temporary measure to help farmers get through the drought.

“Now that the drought is behind us for most farmers, it is accepted and understood that the levy would be dropped,” said Mr Inall.

“Appropriately, they've provided five months' notice, which is prudent and appreciated,” he added, thanking Woolworths for the consideration.

The move to phase out the milk drought levy has disappointed dairy farmers nationwide. Credit: news.com.au.​

However, not everyone in the dairy industry feels the same sentiments.

Some farmers voiced out their concerns that they were disappointed the levy isn’t being rolled into the base price for milk.

NSW Farmers dairy committee chair Colin Thompson said that while he was grateful for the initiative from supermarkets, dairy farmers aren’t getting the proper price for their milk’s worth.

“The irrational dollar-a-litre pricing model nearly killed the dairy industry, we cannot let that happen ever again,” said Mr Thompson.

“There is a degree of disappointment among dairy farmers that the drought levy was not rolled into the base price,” he added.

“Fair, market-based pricing that recognises the true cost of production is what dairy farmers need for a sustainable future.”

Woolworths milk is currently priced at $1.30 a litre.

So, what does the scrapping of milk drought levy mean for consumers?

This means that for every litre of milk we buy, a part of it will no longer go to dairy farmers starting July.

This move would usually see that milk prices would go down. However, from the looks of it, no changes in the price of milk will be made.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below!

 

[Oldtroll]

Would you read anything else from Woolworths? This is typical of the big supermarkets. Nothing like running the producer down. Nasty in the extreme. They do that then I will make sure I buy ALL my milk from somewhere else.
Woolworths have a need to think where they came from and who supported them and continues to do so. This is the arrogance of the highest drgree. Milk at present on the Woolworths brand of milk is quite affordable. No need to dock the 10cents to our hard working dairy farmers. Woolworths do so at their peril. Watch this space!

 

[Rabs1955]

I am more than happy to pay a levy if it is going to the farmers. Just leave it as it is.

 

[cmtowers]

Woolworths can afford to support our dairy industry so why not keep doing it. The dairy farmers are still struggling so we need to support them. Instead of raising milk prices donate the difference to the dairy farmers. That is the fair dinkum Australian thing to do.

 

[Lindyloo]

Woolworths to remove dairy farmers’ 10c milk drought levy​

The new milk year in Australia begins in July, which means the price of milk will be subject to negotiations between retailers and processors.

However, farmers were disappointed at the recent news that Woolworths will be phasing out its milk drought levy by the end of June. Meaning, the supermarket giant will no longer pay dairy farmers a rate of 10 cents per litre.

Woolworths would no longer pay dairy farmers the additional 10 cents per litre of milk, starting July. Credit: Gloucester Advocate.​

During the height of the drought in 2018, Woolworths introduced the milk drought levy to support dairy farmers who have been affected by the disaster.

And now, the supermarket giant’s recent decision to scrap the levy was said to be made because the drought conditions were reported to be easing up this year.

“As La Nina has delivered record rainfall and farmgate milk prices continue to climb, we've reached an important turning point and will be phasing out the drought levy ahead of the new milk year,” said Woolworths commercial director of dairy Jason McQuaid.

Mr McQuaid also assured that farmers will continue to receive the additional 10 cents for every litre of selected Woolworths milk sold until the arrangement ends at the end of June.

David Inall, chief executive of Australian Dairy Farmers, said that the dairy industry had always known the levy was only a temporary measure to help farmers get through the drought.

“Now that the drought is behind us for most farmers, it is accepted and understood that the levy would be dropped,” said Mr Inall.

“Appropriately, they've provided five months' notice, which is prudent and appreciated,” he added, thanking Woolworths for the consideration.

The move to phase out the milk drought levy has disappointed dairy farmers nationwide. Credit: news.com.au.​

However, not everyone in the dairy industry feels the same sentiments.

Some farmers voiced out their concerns that they were disappointed the levy isn’t being rolled into the base price for milk.

NSW Farmers dairy committee chair Colin Thompson said that while he was grateful for the initiative from supermarkets, dairy farmers aren’t getting the proper price for their milk’s worth.

“The irrational dollar-a-litre pricing model nearly killed the dairy industry, we cannot let that happen ever again,” said Mr Thompson.

“There is a degree of disappointment among dairy farmers that the drought levy was not rolled into the base price,” he added.

“Fair, market-based pricing that recognises the true cost of production is what dairy farmers need for a sustainable future.”

Woolworths milk is currently priced at $1.30 a litre.

So, what does the scrapping of milk drought levy mean for consumers?

This means that for every litre of milk we buy, a part of it will no longer go to dairy farmers starting July.

This move would usually see that milk prices would go down. However, from the looks of it, no changes in the price of milk will be made.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below!

I have already posted this

 

[David57]

Just show off what the big end of business thinks of the farmer, these days.

 

[PhillT]

Woolworths to remove dairy farmers’ 10c milk drought levy​

The new milk year in Australia begins in July, which means the price of milk will be subject to negotiations between retailers and processors.

However, farmers were disappointed at the recent news that Woolworths will be phasing out its milk drought levy by the end of June. Meaning, the supermarket giant will no longer pay dairy farmers a rate of 10 cents per litre.

Woolworths would no longer pay dairy farmers the additional 10 cents per litre of milk, starting July. Credit: Gloucester Advocate.​

During the height of the drought in 2018, Woolworths introduced the milk drought levy to support dairy farmers who have been affected by the disaster.

And now, the supermarket giant’s recent decision to scrap the levy was said to be made because the drought conditions were reported to be easing up this year.

“As La Nina has delivered record rainfall and farmgate milk prices continue to climb, we've reached an important turning point and will be phasing out the drought levy ahead of the new milk year,” said Woolworths commercial director of dairy Jason McQuaid.

Mr McQuaid also assured that farmers will continue to receive the additional 10 cents for every litre of selected Woolworths milk sold until the arrangement ends at the end of June.

David Inall, chief executive of Australian Dairy Farmers, said that the dairy industry had always known the levy was only a temporary measure to help farmers get through the drought.

“Now that the drought is behind us for most farmers, it is accepted and understood that the levy would be dropped,” said Mr Inall.

“Appropriately, they've provided five months' notice, which is prudent and appreciated,” he added, thanking Woolworths for the consideration.

The move to phase out the milk drought levy has disappointed dairy farmers nationwide. Credit: news.com.au.​

However, not everyone in the dairy industry feels the same sentiments.

Some farmers voiced out their concerns that they were disappointed the levy isn’t being rolled into the base price for milk.

NSW Farmers dairy committee chair Colin Thompson said that while he was grateful for the initiative from supermarkets, dairy farmers aren’t getting the proper price for their milk’s worth.

“The irrational dollar-a-litre pricing model nearly killed the dairy industry, we cannot let that happen ever again,” said Mr Thompson.

“There is a degree of disappointment among dairy farmers that the drought levy was not rolled into the base price,” he added.

“Fair, market-based pricing that recognises the true cost of production is what dairy farmers need for a sustainable future.”

Woolworths milk is currently priced at $1.30 a litre.

So, what does the scrapping of milk drought levy mean for consumers?

This means that for every litre of milk we buy, a part of it will no longer go to dairy farmers starting July.

This move would usually see that milk prices would go down. However, from the looks of it, no changes in the price of milk will be made.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments

they should keep up the levy - it's passed onto the

Woolworths to remove dairy farmers’ 10c milk drought levy​

The new milk year in Australia begins in July, which means the price of milk will be subject to negotiations between retailers and processors.

However, farmers were disappointed at the recent news that Woolworths will be phasing out its milk drought levy by the end of June. Meaning, the supermarket giant will no longer pay dairy farmers a rate of 10 cents per litre.

Woolworths would no longer pay dairy farmers the additional 10 cents per litre of milk, starting July. Credit: Gloucester Advocate.​

During the height of the drought in 2018, Woolworths introduced the milk drought levy to support dairy farmers who have been affected by the disaster.

And now, the supermarket giant’s recent decision to scrap the levy was said to be made because the drought conditions were reported to be easing up this year.

“As La Nina has delivered record rainfall and farmgate milk prices continue to climb, we've reached an important turning point and will be phasing out the drought levy ahead of the new milk year,” said Woolworths commercial director of dairy Jason McQuaid.

Mr McQuaid also assured that farmers will continue to receive the additional 10 cents for every litre of selected Woolworths milk sold until the arrangement ends at the end of June.

David Inall, chief executive of Australian Dairy Farmers, said that the dairy industry had always known the levy was only a temporary measure to help farmers get through the drought.

“Now that the drought is behind us for most farmers, it is accepted and understood that the levy would be dropped,” said Mr Inall.

“Appropriately, they've provided five months' notice, which is prudent and appreciated,” he added, thanking Woolworths for the consideration.

The move to phase out the milk drought levy has disappointed dairy farmers nationwide. Credit: news.com.au.​

However, not everyone in the dairy industry feels the same sentiments.

Some farmers voiced out their concerns that they were disappointed the levy isn’t being rolled into the base price for milk.

NSW Farmers dairy committee chair Colin Thompson said that while he was grateful for the initiative from supermarkets, dairy farmers aren’t getting the proper price for their milk’s worth.

“The irrational dollar-a-litre pricing model nearly killed the dairy industry, we cannot let that happen ever again,” said Mr Thompson.

“There is a degree of disappointment among dairy farmers that the drought levy was not rolled into the base price,” he added.

“Fair, market-based pricing that recognises the true cost of production is what dairy farmers need for a sustainable future.”

Woolworths milk is currently priced at $1.30 a litre.

So, what does the scrapping of milk drought levy mean for consumers?

This means that for every litre of milk we buy, a part of it will no longer go to dairy farmers starting July.

This move would usually see that milk prices would go down. However, from the looks of it, no changes in the price of milk will be made.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below!

Keep up the levy as it is passed onto the consumers anyway - that way all consumers of milk supplied by Woolworths is helping out the dairy industry - it is not hurting Woolworths and besides how far does 10c go but collectively over all of Woolworths stores adds up to thousands of a year - come on Woolworths keep the support going there will be another drought around the corner - this years good season for the Dairy Industry is a welcome sign that things can get better for these guys working 14 + hours a day

 

[Bertie]

Woolworths are bloody pathetic. Selfish bunch. I am glad that l don't shop with them. Our farmers need all the support we can give them.

 

[Mckirdy]

I don't buy milk from Woolworths, not enough variety of farmers milk, 80 percent is their brand.

 

[Alexander]

Woolworths to remove dairy farmers’ 10c milk drought levy​

The new milk year in Australia begins in July, which means the price of milk will be subject to negotiations between retailers and processors.

However, farmers were disappointed at the recent news that Woolworths will be phasing out its milk drought levy by the end of June. Meaning, the supermarket giant will no longer pay dairy farmers a rate of 10 cents per litre.

Woolworths would no longer pay dairy farmers the additional 10 cents per litre of milk, starting July. Credit: Gloucester Advocate.​

During the height of the drought in 2018, Woolworths introduced the milk drought levy to support dairy farmers who have been affected by the disaster.

And now, the supermarket giant’s recent decision to scrap the levy was said to be made because the drought conditions were reported to be easing up this year.

“As La Nina has delivered record rainfall and farmgate milk prices continue to climb, we've reached an important turning point and will be phasing out the drought levy ahead of the new milk year,” said Woolworths commercial director of dairy Jason McQuaid.

Mr McQuaid also assured that farmers will continue to receive the additional 10 cents for every litre of selected Woolworths milk sold until the arrangement ends at the end of June.

David Inall, chief executive of Australian Dairy Farmers, said that the dairy industry had always known the levy was only a temporary measure to help farmers get through the drought.

“Now that the drought is behind us for most farmers, it is accepted and understood that the levy would be dropped,” said Mr Inall.

“Appropriately, they've provided five months' notice, which is prudent and appreciated,” he added, thanking Woolworths for the consideration.

The move to phase out the milk drought levy has disappointed dairy farmers nationwide. Credit: news.com.au.​

However, not everyone in the dairy industry feels the same sentiments.

Some farmers voiced out their concerns that they were disappointed the levy isn’t being rolled into the base price for milk.

NSW Farmers dairy committee chair Colin Thompson said that while he was grateful for the initiative from supermarkets, dairy farmers aren’t getting the proper price for their milk’s worth.

“The irrational dollar-a-litre pricing model nearly killed the dairy industry, we cannot let that happen ever again,” said Mr Thompson.

“There is a degree of disappointment among dairy farmers that the drought levy was not rolled into the base price,” he added.

“Fair, market-based pricing that recognises the true cost of production is what dairy farmers need for a sustainable future.”

Woolworths milk is currently priced at $1.30 a litre.

So, what does the scrapping of milk drought levy mean for consumers?

This means that for every litre of milk we buy, a part of it will no longer go to dairy farmers starting July.

This move would usually see that milk prices would go down. However, from the looks of it, no changes in the price of milk will be made.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below!

It seems to be the mantra for business these days. Provide some incentive then remove it as prices rise. Big business profits and the producer suffers. How long will it be before Howard's theme of "Greed is good" is shown to be unrealistic and unfair. We all need and deserve a 'Fair Go' and it is becoming less and less of an ethic particularly in the Big End of Town. Have a bit of pity for the poorer in our society and for the world you are leaving for your grandchildren.

 

[Imbi]

Come on WoolWorths what is wrong with the powers, that be, Mr CEO, probably earning a squillion, leave the levy or add it to the base price. You are making customers very unhappy with bad decisions. Do what is right.

 

[Mikeyboy2012]

Woolworths to remove dairy farmers’ 10c milk drought levy​

The new milk year in Australia begins in July, which means the price of milk will be subject to negotiations between retailers and processors.

However, farmers were disappointed at the recent news that Woolworths will be phasing out its milk drought levy by the end of June. Meaning, the supermarket giant will no longer pay dairy farmers a rate of 10 cents per litre.

Woolworths would no longer pay dairy farmers the additional 10 cents per litre of milk, starting July. Credit: Gloucester Advocate.​

During the height of the drought in 2018, Woolworths introduced the milk drought levy to support dairy farmers who have been affected by the disaster.

And now, the supermarket giant’s recent decision to scrap the levy was said to be made because the drought conditions were reported to be easing up this year.

“As La Nina has delivered record rainfall and farmgate milk prices continue to climb, we've reached an important turning point and will be phasing out the drought levy ahead of the new milk year,” said Woolworths commercial director of dairy Jason McQuaid.

Mr McQuaid also assured that farmers will continue to receive the additional 10 cents for every litre of selected Woolworths milk sold until the arrangement ends at the end of June.

David Inall, chief executive of Australian Dairy Farmers, said that the dairy industry had always known the levy was only a temporary measure to help farmers get through the drought.

“Now that the drought is behind us for most farmers, it is accepted and understood that the levy would be dropped,” said Mr Inall.

“Appropriately, they've provided five months' notice, which is prudent and appreciated,” he added, thanking Woolworths for the consideration.

The move to phase out the milk drought levy has disappointed dairy farmers nationwide. Credit: news.com.au.​

However, not everyone in the dairy industry feels the same sentiments.

Some farmers voiced out their concerns that they were disappointed the levy isn’t being rolled into the base price for milk.

NSW Farmers dairy committee chair Colin Thompson said that while he was grateful for the initiative from supermarkets, dairy farmers aren’t getting the proper price for their milk’s worth.

“The irrational dollar-a-litre pricing model nearly killed the dairy industry, we cannot let that happen ever again,” said Mr Thompson.

“There is a degree of disappointment among dairy farmers that the drought levy was not rolled into the base price,” he added.

“Fair, market-based pricing that recognises the true cost of production is what dairy farmers need for a sustainable future.”

Woolworths milk is currently priced at $1.30 a litre.

So, what does the scrapping of milk drought levy mean for consumers?

This means that for every litre of milk we buy, a part of it will no longer go to dairy farmers starting July.

This move would usually see that milk prices would go down. However, from the looks of it, no changes in the price of milk will be made.

What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments below!

The dairy farmers do it tough enough as it is. Continue the 10c payment to farmers, especially if you're going to continue charging the same price. Leave it as it is. Look at it the same as the temporary Medicare Levy which continues to this day....and with increases in fact. LOL!

 

[Lindyloo]

The dairy farmers do it tough enough as it is. Continue the 10c payment to farmers, especially if you're going to continue charging the same price. Leave it as it is. Look at it the same as the temporary Medicare Levy which continues to this day....and with increases in fact. LOL!

And of course, all private health funds increase their premiums every 12 months totally outside the CPI. I am with Medibank Private and pay $115.00 per fortnight, this is a discounted rate for paying fortnightly and taking into consideration the rebate as well. It's about time a Royal Commission was held. It's an absolute rort! Unfortunately, I cannot afford to be without private health insurance. I am on a pension and this is a huge chunk out of my pension

 

[JayKay]

Woolworths, no dairy farmers, no milk....
Look after our farmers....where would we be without these salt of the earth, hardworking folk?