date:Apr 10, 2013
nsland and Victoria starting in mid-2014 after the contracts with existing dairy processors in these areas expire.
The retail chain plans to implement the same contract in Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania and Far North Queensland.
Coles will pay Devondale and Norco a premium for their milk which will be passed back to the farmers.
Both co-operatives have over 2600 members and will look for additional milk supply, providing opportunities for more dairy farmers in all three states.