A third-generation dairy farmer in South Australia has announced the heartbreaking closure of her family farm, citing the unsustainable milk prices that have plagued the industry. Casey Treloar, 26, posted an emotional video on Saturday detailing the struggles her family has faced since the dairy crisis began.
In the video, Treloar explained that they receive only 38 cents per litre of milk, which is not enough to cover costs. 'We can't really afford to keep going anymore,' she said, adding that her father has been a dairy farmer his entire life. The family had hoped the industry would improve, but they have reached a point where they can no longer continue.
Treloar attributed the crisis to the introduction of dollar-a-litre milk by supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles in 2010, which devalued dairy products. Farmers have since argued that this pricing strategy has devastated the industry. The video has resonated with social media users, who expressed sadness and anger over the situation.
Australia's dairy industry has been struggling due to low milk prices and drought conditions. Confidence among farmers has fallen dramatically, with less than half of the 8,000 surveyed last year feeling positive about the future. The Federal Government is considering a mandatory code of conduct to address issues between processors and retailers.
