SA Dairyfarmers' Association Representing and advancing the interests of SA dairy farmers

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Advocacy

SADA represents dairy farmers on a range of issues to state and local government, the dairy industry and the wider community.

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Policy

SADA has a proud record of working constructively with government and dairy industry organisations to achieve positive outcomes for all dairy farmers, including assisting farmers with seasonal variations, advocacy on animal welfare and a variety of farm business issues.

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Industry Development

SA dairy is uniquely poised to carve out a niche in the global market place by placing itself at the front of the premium market. There is little doubt that South Australia will not be able to occupy a commanding space in the commodity supply chain, primarily because of its size.

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SADA Fresh

The overarching purpose of the SA Dairy Industry Fund is to finance innovative projects that directly benefit the South Australian dairy industry and its communities.

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Do Dairy, Support SA

Our goal is to educate consumers about the benefits of purchasing and consuming South Australian dairy products such as milk, cheese, yoghurt, butter and ice cream.

Latest News & Events

Latest News August 04, 2026

For Farmers’ Sake: Veteran farmer Robert Brokenshire reveals the passion behind his 2.30am starts

Former politician Robert Brokenshire has opened the gates to his Mount Compass dairy farm, revealing the gruelling reality behind milk production for a new documentary series, For Farmers’ Sake.
Events July 28, 2026

Want to know the nutrient value of your effluent?

Get your effluent collected and tested for free with SADA and the Limestone Coast Landscape Board!
Events July 28, 2026

Dryland Legume Demonstration Site for Dairy-Beef Systems in the Murraylands Region

Are you looking to maximise the value of your dairy-beef calves? Do you use beef genetics over part of your dairy herd to produce dairy-beef calves?
Events July 28, 2026

Free Dairy Effluent Nutrient Testing

Why register? These projects have been developed specifically for dairy producers in our region and can only proceed with sufficient producer participation. If you've been thinking about becoming involved in a practical, producer-led project that delivers real on-farm benefits, now ...
Latest News July 16, 2026

First virtual fencing company gets green light to sell system in SA

The gates have opened for South Australian beef and dairy producers to use virtual fencing technology, with the state government approving the Halter P5 system for sale and lease within the state.

Virtual fencing was legalised in SA late last year ...

Events July 03, 2026

SADA REGIONAL MEETING - SOUTH EAST

As SADA marks 90 years of representing South Australian dairy farmers, we are looking to bring back the best from the past — practical regional meetings, direct member discussion and a strong local voice for the future of our industry.
Events July 03, 2026

SADA REGIONAL MEETING Barossa Mid North & Adelaide Hills

As SADA marks 90 years of representing South Australian dairy farmers, we are looking to bring back the best from the past — practical regional meetings, direct member discussion and a strong local voice for the future of our industry.
Latest News July 01, 2026

Biosecurity continues to remain at the forefront of dairyfarmers' minds

SADA president Robert Brokenshire said dairy was "a very low risk" for H5 avian influenza to be an issue, however producers were reminded of the importance of reporting any bird deemed to be unwell or dead.