date:Mar 29, 2013
by Woolworths, Manning Vale dairy farmer, Tim Bale, was quoted as saying: We think this trial has the potential to provide a much better deal for farmers in the Manning Valley. Our aim is also to secure longer term contracts, which will give us the confidence to invest in our businesses for a sustainable future, he said.
Dairy industry players upset by the move
But the news has not been welcomed by everyone.
Food and beverage company Lion (formerly known as National Foods), which processes mi