The dairy industry is a vital part of the overall food industry and a significant contributor to the Australian economy. Operations within the dairy industry encompass the production of every cow milk-based product, such as pasteurised and non-pasteurised milk, butter, cream, yogurt, cheese, etc.
Similar to all food processing operations, dairy processing operations are heavily regulated by strict safety and sanitation policies and guidelines. These standards and current good manufacturing practices call for sanitary processing operations—including using sanitary equipment and systems—to ensure the safety and quality of the dairy products produced and, consequently, the welfare of the consumers.