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.

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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.

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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!
 
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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.


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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.


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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!
Maybe a petition should be taken up and presented to Woolworths. As an alternative buy milk from Coles or Aldi. Aldi's milk is great and a whole lot cheaper!
 
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.


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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.


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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!r
The farmers are hard done by the super markets all they think about is their profits. They charge more for water than they do for Milk
 
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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.
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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.
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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!
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.
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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.
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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!
 
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.


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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.


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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 wold be happy to continue to pay $1.30 per litre, but I would like to see the farmers receive a fair portion of it.
 
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.


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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.


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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!
 
My mantra remains - GREED IS UGLY!!
Boycott Woolworths! I myself do not shop there, since the Dan Murphy business trying to open a store in Northern Territory in close proximity to 'dry communities'. THIS has proved AGAIN the only thing they care about is profit. People before Profit, I say.
 
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When the Milk Board was disbanded many years ago, the price paid to farmers went down. However the West Australian dairy farmers received 10 cents a litre LESS than the Eastern States farmers. Many farmers got out of the business as they were barely covering costs. Not sure if the difference is still the same. There needs to be a look at what the consumer pays and the cost to the farmers. They work long hours every day. They should be recompensed properly.
 
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.
That is a nasty thing to do taking away 10c from struggling farmers. fr
 
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My mantra remains - GREED IS UGLY!!
Boycott Woolworths! I myself do not shop there, since the Dan Murphy business trying to open a store in Northern Territory in close proximity to 'dry communities'. THIS has proved AGAIN the only thing they care about is profit. People before Profit, I say.
I won't shop at woolworths again.
 
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It is not fair that they take the 10c off the farmers. They should leave it on there. They need to remove it from the cost if they are not paying the farmers.
 
A miserable 10c !!....I bet they don't drop the price!! Leave it on and continue paying it to the dairy farmers!! Let them catch up and maybe even improve their farms if times are a bit better!!
 
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.


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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.


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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!
Would happily pay 10c to help our struggling dairy farmers.
 
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!
The most arrogant part is that the price will stay the same and Woolworths will pocket the money. It is a price rise at the expense of the producers. Now that's chutzpah.
 
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.


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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.


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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!
Very easy DON'T BY MILK FROM WOOLWORTHS
 
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.


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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.


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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 farmers should get the levy and if not do then the price of milk should fall by the amount of the levy and not be retained by Woolworths.
 

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