Full Membership
Any person, company other legal entity or a partnership engaged in the primary production of milk is eligible to become a “Full Member” of the Association.
A “Full Member” is required to pay a levy and an annual membership subscription.
A Full Member is entitled to one vote in the business of the Association or where a “Full Member” is a partnership or corporation with two or more officers such membership entitles two representatives to vote in the business of the Association.
Full members are eligible for nomination and election to the SADA Board and Committees.
Full members receive the SADA Update Newsletter, all member benefits & services including legal and industrial, and all lobbying efforts.
Subscription Fee: $215.00 (inc GST) per year paid annually in July
Plus Levy payment: Three dollars and thirty cents 3.30cents per Kilogram of protein (inc GST) supplied to the Processor in each calendar month paid on or before 15th day of any relevant calendar month in respect of milk supplied in the preceding calendar month
Membership Fees are paid directly by your processor from your monthly milk payment.
The Levy payment is capped at $2745.00 (inc GST) reviewed annually adjusted in relation to average herd size (Dairy Australia – Dairy Focus)
If you expect your business will exceed the capped amount in any given year you can request SADA to invoice quarterly.
Subscription Fee: $215.00 (inc. GST) in the month of July, or as pro rata
Levy payment: $635.00 (inc. GST) Levy per quarter
Total: $2754.00 per annum (inc. GST).
Full Membership for Small Processors OR Dairy Farms Supplying Small Processors
Subscription Fee: $215.00 (inc GST) invoiced in the month of July, or as pro rata
Plus Levy Payment: Levy of two dollar and thirty cents, $2.30 (inc GST) per cow per quarter OR $635.00 (inc GST) per quarter, whichever is the lesser, invoiced quarterly
Associate Membership
Any person, company other legal entity or a partnership not actively engaged in the primary production of milk but with an interest or involvement in the dairy industry may become an “Associate Member” of the Association.
Associate members are required to pay an annual membership subscription.
Associate members do not have the right to vote in the business of the Association.
Associate members receive the SADA Update Newsletter and are kept fully informed about current issues.
Subscription Fee: $215.00 (inc GST) per year invoiced annually in July
Further Information
Download Membership Application Form
This is a digital form that can be filled out and signed online, then Email to sada@sada.asn.au or print and post to Unit 5, 780 South Road, GLANDORE SA 5037
Member Services
A New Chapter in HR Support for SA Dairyfarmers Association Inc Members
Workplace Horizons Pty Ltd (WPH) is proud to announce our new partnership with SA Dairyfarmers Association Inc (SADA) stepping in to continue the valued human resources (HR) consulting services
previously provided by Chas Cini, Mediation and Employment Relations Services, who is retiring after years of dedicated service to the agricultural community.
We recognise the trust and rapport Chas has developed with members, and we’re committed to honouring that legacy while bringing fresh energy, expertise, and innovation to your HR needs.
Workplace Horizons is a SA based HR consultancy supporting a broad range of city based, rural and regional businesses. We bring decades of experience across agriculture, manufacturing, and professional services, with a strong focus on practical, people-first solutions. We understand the unique challenges faced by farming enterprises, from seasonal workforce fluctuations to compliance with ever-changing employment legislation, and we’re here to help.
What We Offer
Through your SADA membership, you have access to a wide range of HR services, including:
- Employment contracts, policies, and award interpretation
- Advice on Fair Work compliance and workplace investigations
- Support with performance management, and dispute resolution
- A dedicated HR advice line for quick, confidential guidance
- Tailored solutions for family farms, agribusinesses, and rural employers
Whether you're navigating a challenging staffing issue or interpretating the Modern Award applicable to your workforce, we are ready to assist with practical, down-to-earth advice.
Let’s Get Started
Our service delivery model does not differ from that previously provided by Chas. Your membership fee with SADA continues to entitle you to one (1) complimentary 30-minute consultation per calendar year. Should you wish to engage our services further, we offer you a discounted hourly rate and you will receive a Service Agreement confirming your direct engagement with us.
You will also continue to receive regular updates distributed via SADA and our website www.wphorizons.com.au which will shortly be re-launched to provide you with a fresh, user-friendly online experience. You will receive further details when our website is live. In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly:
Laurie Bolton laurie@wphorizon.com.au Telephone 0410 529 528
Robynne Bolton robynne@wphorizons.com.au Telephone 0423 764 377
We’re looking forward to working with you and learning about and supporting your business today and into the future. Thank you for welcoming us into your community.
WEBSITE: https://www.wphorizons.com.au/
ARE YOU AT RISK OF THEFT?
It’s easy to become complacent when it comes to farm security. Sometimes it’s just more convenient to leave the ute keys in the ignition when it’s parked in the shed. How often do you lock the front door when you’re off down the paddock?
Theft from farms is actually a big problem. According to a 2015 University of New England study, the biggest criminal activities affecting farmers are trespassing and illegal hunting or fishing, stock theft, theft of tools or equipment, fuel theft and illegal rubbish dumping. Here are some tips to help keep your property safe.
NO ONE HOME?
If no one lives on your property, or if you’re away for the day or away on holidays, arrange for someone to regularly check on it. Even if this might not stop opportunistic theft, it does mean you’re able to get the police involved at the earliest possible time in the hope they can catch those responsible.
KEEP AN INVENTORY
Know what you own. Keep a complete list of all your tools, machinery and equipment in a safe place. Write down serial numbers and take photographs. It’ll help police track down the items and help with your insurance claim if the items can’t be returned.
BE INSURED
This seems obvious, but it’s all too easy to be underinsured — and you might not notice until it’s too late. Review your insurance coverage to make sure you have enough and that everything is included on your policy.
KEEP YOUR KEYS SAFE
Don’t leave keys in vehicles, no matter how convenient it might seem. Install a secure key cabinet in a suitable location and keep it locked.
LOCK UP YOUR FUEL
Fuel is an expensive resource and it’s among the top items stolen from farms. Keep your fuel under lock and key in a location well away from a public road and where you can monitor it.
LOCK UP YOUR VALUABLES
Tools, machinery and larger pieces of equipment like air compressors, pumps and generators are all prime targets for theft. Include them on your inventory. And, most importantly, lock your sheds and toolboxes where you keep these items.
MAKE ITEMS TRACEABLE
Engrave items so they are easily identified and hard to sell on. Or install GPS trackers on them so they can be located if they are stolen.
If you’ve received a letter from the EPA or want to get ahead of the game, call our office today and book in your first consult—FREE for Members.
The EPA has now signalled they’re cracking down on dairies.
SADA is taking the time to get trained up on a comprehensive tool to evaluate your Effluent Management and mechanism for submitting your plan.
Dairy effluent is described as a potential point source of nutrient pollution for waterways and mismanagement of it risks impacting the environment. Environmental legislation in all Australian States and Territories has set a minimum standard that dairies must comply with to prevent nutrient pollution leaving the farm boundaries. Compliance with such legislation requires that all dairies produce up-to-date and validated technical information about options for effectively managing its effluent.
The Australian dairy industry has changed dramatically since deregulation in 2000, with increased average herd size and increased intensity of use in supporting areas around the dairy. The increased volumes of effluent and solids generated must be considered in effluent and manure management plans.
To make the best use of Australia's knowledge in sustainable dairy management to progress effective and nationally consistent approaches. Agriculture Victoria and Dairy Australia collaborated to release national guidelines for dairy feed pads inline with a national trend towards larger, more intensive farms.
In addition to the Code of Practice for Milking Shed Effluent, the EPA in South Australia has drafted an odour separation distance guideline as well as a new planning and development guideline for intensive dairies. Both are consistent with the new national guidelines.
EFFLUENT MANAGEMENT PLAN GUIDELINES
- Effluent System Overview
- Growing Feed using Effluent
- Risk and Farm return
- State Guidelines
- Economics
- On Farm Data Collection
- Effluent system Components
- Planning intensive operations
- Nutrient Calculator and toolkit
- Geotechnical investigations and liners
- Dairy WatBal—hydraulic model for pond sizing
SADA is now managing the SA JD Dairy Score program, which it inherited from PIRSA this year. This means that Certificates and risk ratings already applied in many cases for over 15 years will be maintained in cooperation with private Veterinary practitioners, as previously.
As you have previously indicated to PIRSA that you are happy for your details to be shared with SADA, we will be able to continue to support your participation in the program. SADA will issue certificates to producers who are enroled and will provide reminders for tests to Vets and producers as needed.
The former Dairy ManaJD Program
The South Australian cattle industry, dairy processors and PIRSA developed the Dairy ManaJD program in 2004 based on a National Dairy Assurance Scoring system for Johne’s disease in Australian dairy herds.
This program was funded by the SA Cattle Industry Fund, administered through the SA Cattle Advisory Group that has representatives of both the beef and dairy industries. The program was designed in partnership with dairy food processors, SA dairy veterinary practitioners, the Dairy Authority of SA, and PIRSA.
The vision for Dairy ManaJD was to implement effective management of Johne’s disease in the South Australian dairy industry to improve on farm productivity, trade access and product quality through a quality management approach.
In South Australia, all Dairy Assurance Scores have been based on:
- Full herd blood tests of individual cattle over 2 years of age, with follow-up of any reactors
- Improved calf rearing (3 step plan) and calf credits, Annual audits
- Biennial maintenance or Check Tests of the herd using the HEC (Herd Environmental Culture) test.
- Individual Certificates issued to producers.
In 2018, most SA dairies were enrolled in the program, with over 70% of herds testing negative and maintaining this status. The SA program had significant differences to some interstate programs, but is now consistent with published scoring systems by Dairy Australia.
Please read the SADA JD Dairy Score Manual or alternatively give the office a call if you have any questions.