Definition
This industry consists of establishments mainly engaged in farming dairy cattle and milk production. This industry is made up of a large number of relatively small dairy farms, the majority of which are family-owned and operated. There are dairy farms in all Australian states but not the territories, however dairy farming is concentrated along the east coast and southern states, due to favourable climatic conditions. The raw milk is then sold to dairy manufacturing industries such as: ANZSIC C2121 - Milk and Cream Processing, ANZSIC C2122 - Ice Cream Manufacturing, ANZSIC C2123 - Cheese Manufacturing, and ANZSIC C2129 - Dairy Product Manufacturing nec.

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Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.