Canadian company Saputo launches another takeover bid for dairy processor Warrnambool Cheese and Butter
Canadian dairy giant Saputo has launched a bid to extend its ownership of Victorian processor Warrnambool Cheese and Butter (WCB). By Brett Worthington.
WCB announces milk price rise
Warrnambool Cheese and Butter (WCB) has announced a price rise for its suppliers of 12 cents/kg butterfat and 30 cents/kg protein.
Midfield Group enters joint venture with global food giant
Warrnambool’s Midfield Group is joining with a global food giant in a move that could change the face of the nation’s dairy industry. By KATE ZWAGERMAN
Warrnambool’s Lino Saputo tips dairy prices to bottom
There could soon be some respite for dairy farmers as one of the key figures in the industry tips a turnaround story to reveal itself early next year. By Daniel Palmer
Claims Saputo Inc in ‘inappropriate’ play for control of Warrnambool Cheese and Butter
LION Dairy and Drinks Pty Ltd will be required to fork out $14.5 million to maintain its blocking stake in Warrnambool Cheese and Butter. By PETER HEMPHILL
Warrnambool owner Saputo flags fresh dairy pain
The Canadian owner of major Victorian dairy company Warrnambool Cheese & Butter has hinted that its Australian farmers are likely to be paid lower milk prices from July.
Warrnambool Cheese and Butter profit tumbles, farmers face pay cut
Warrnambool Cheese and Butter has seen profits tumble in its most recent financial year as it becomes the latest local dairy firm to reveal a hit to the bottom-line from a depressed global environment.
Forecasts consumers' willingness to pay more for branded milk likely to be short lived
Amid the dairy crisis, consumers are continuing to buy branded and more expensive milk.
Home found for 40 million litres of South Australian milk after United Dairy Power collapse
Warrnambool Cheese and Butter has come to the rescue of 40 South Australian dairy farmers and their 40 million litres of milk.
New boss at WCB
CHANGE is underway at Warrnambool Cheese & Butter, with Canadian dairy giant and WCB-owner announcing new appointments.