Description of Conduct

Australian Dairy Farmers Federation Ltd (ADFF) lodged an authorisation in relation to collective negotiation by dairy farmers of contractual terms and conditions with dairy processing companies.

The Commission granted authorisation for the parties to engage in collective negotiation subject to 11 conditions on 12 March 2002 expiring on 1 July 2005. The matter was appealed at the Tribunal by National Foods and was finalised on 16 August 2002 with 1 other condition added.
The Australian Competition Tribunal has issued a determination which replaces the Commission's previous determination. This determination is available from the Tribunal.

Applicant(s)

  • Australian Dairy Farmers Federation Ltd

Authorisation number(s)

  • A90782