Why regulation is not a burden, but a safeguard for dairy farmers

From the Fields: Blake Wilbur, Tulare County dairy and tree nut farmer - Valley Voice

Our dairy has 1,600 milking Jersey cows. We’re a Land O’Lakes shipper. A lot of our trucks go to Saputo, and the milk gets made into cheese. We also grow almonds and pistachios and most of our own forage. Right now, it’s water, water, water. We’re going into the hottest time of the season so far. Nuts are filling and developing. If you lose the opportunity to irrigate intensely, it can affect yields. The almonds look like an average year. Prices…

Why regulation is not a burden, but a safeguard for dairy farmers

Australian Dairy Farmers president Ben Bennett explains why he believes decisive regulation is crucial for protecting Australian dairy farmers.