From www.abc.net.au: Australian dairy farmers face significant challenges as they struggle to compete with a rising volume of cheaper imported dairy products, particularly cheese and butter, which now account for about a quarter of consumption.

High production costs and consumer preference for discounted items have led to an increased reliance on imports, undermining local production and affecting the domestic dairy industry.

Industry leaders call on the government to support food security and reinforce domestic dairy supply, as many Australians may unintentionally choose imported products due to price and labelling issues.