Agriculture
28 January, 2026
Dairy breeds have week in the spotlight
TANDARRA’S Ben Govett has taken his Brown Swiss show team to International Dairy Week where judging across breeds took place week.
The nation’s major dairy cattle show is expected to attract more than 4000 people with Brown Swiss sharing time in the judging ring with Holstein, Jersey, Illawarra, Ayrshire, and Guernsey breeds.
Organisers say IDW has evolved into an expo of events that mirrors the World Dairy Expo in the United States while retaining the unique spirit of Australian dairy. From farmgate to global export,
IDW provides a platform for the latest in genetics, technology, machinery, marketing, and education. Visitors can engage in property tours, seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities with the people driving the dairy industry forward.
More than 800 head of cattle will be competing for major prizes during the week.
“Bringing together farmers, companies, organisations, and individuals, International Dairy Week remains the ultimate forum to connect, compete, learn, and celebrate ... Australian dairy,” they said.