Does Australia import any milk?
Yes, Australia imports some liquid milk, which accounts for about 3% of total dairy imports. Most of this milk comes from New Zealand.
Last updated 31/01/2025
Australia imports some liquid milk, making up around 3% of the total volume of dairy product imports. In 2023/24, Australia’s import of liquid milk represented around 3% of total dairy imports by volume, with the vast majority of imported milk coming from New Zealand.
In some cases, this is the finished product already packaged ready for sale. In other cases, it is in bulk which is added to make new products that are destined for either the local or export market.
There are a number of reasons why Australia imports dairy products, including:
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a market gap where the product is not or cannot be produced in Australia (generally speciality products)
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insufficient quantity available locally to meet demand
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product is needed to produce a new product.
Read more about dairy imports by visiting dairyaustralia.com.au and searching for the In Focus publication.
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