Our Story
A CO-OP BUILT FOR THE FUTURE OF DAIRY
From the heart of Victoria’s Alpine Valleys, each day begins with something special, crisp mountain air, rising light over the ranges and our farms coming to life.
Across the valleys our cows graze on rich pastures, nourished by clean water, fertile soil and a deep respect for the land we call home.But it’s more than the landscape that makes Mountain Milk unique, it’s the people behind it.
We are a proudly farmer‑owned co‑operative, built by local families who came together to take control of their future. At a time when the dairy industry was facing real challenges, we chose a different path, one grounded in collaboration, fairness and local ownership.
Everything we do is shaped by care:
- Care for our animals
- Care for the land and waterways
- Care for the communities we live and work in
Together, we share knowledge, invest in our farms and support one another to continually improve how we farm. We believe that by working together, we can build something stronger, not just for today, but for the generations that follow.
Our goal is simple
Produce high‑quality milk in a way that reflects our values; sustainable, responsible and proudly local.
When you see Mountain Milk, you’re seeing more than a product, you’re seeing the result of families working together to protect their way of life and share it with others.
What matters most is the future, for our farms, our families and our communities.
We invite you to connect with our farms, our people and our story because behind every drop of milk is a community that cares deeply about how it’s made.
WE BELIEVE IN
✅ Building a strong, sustainable future for agriculture
✅ Helping people understand where their food comes from
✅ Creating pride in the work we do as farmers
✅ Supporting regional communities to thrive
✅ Leading the way in animal care and environmental stewardship
As seen in ABC's Fightback Farmers
Mountain Milk Co‑Operative is proud to be featured in ABC’s Fightback Farmers: Feeding Australia Together, a documentary showcasing the resilience and innovation of Australian co‑operative farming. The series highlights how local dairy farmers in our region are working together to rebuild, adapt, and create a stronger future for agriculture and rural communities.
Watch the story and listen to the podcast below to learn more about the people behind Mountain Milk and the power of the co‑operative model.
Episode 1 - Podcast
The Little Co‑operative That Could After the collapse of Murray Goulburn, a group of Victorian dairy farmers came together to rebuild their future through a co‑operative model, forming what is now Mountain Milk, a thriving, high‑quality dairy business driven by collaboration and resilience.
https://coopfarming.coop/fightback-farmers/
Episode 2 - Video
Don't cry over spilt milk: The Mountain Milk Co-operative
