National & State Linkages
The South Australian Dairyfarmers' Association is a member of Australian Dairy Farmers Limited (ADF). Australian Dairy Farmers is the national policy and advocacy body providing collective representation for dairy farmers in Australia.
Sustainability
The Australian dairy industry promises to provide nutritious food for a healthier world.
Our promise spells out the dairy industry's sustainability commitments to customers, communities, investors and our own people.
Education and Workforce
Creating a Workforce | The South Australian Government’s strategic plan nominates as its target a Food Industry worth $20 billion by 2020. This target is ambitious but with growth in sectors such as wine and poultry there are strides being made in that direction.
Health & Safety Resources
Life can sometimes be overwhelming. Times of isolation, lockdown, drought and other challenges can cause people to experience distress, including anxiety and depression. In times like these, it's important to know that you're not alone.
Water Management
SADA participates in the following State and National Water regulatory bodies.
National Water Reference Group
Murray Darling Basin Dairy Plan
Carbon Farming
Agriculture accounts for 13% of Australia's total greenhouse gas emissions, with dairy contributing 12.5% of that, primarily from methane emissions. Dairying in Australia contributes approximately 1.6% of total national GHG emissions. Despite having one of the lowest carbon footprints globally, there is still room for improvement.