THE FAMILIES BEHIND OUR DELICIOUS MILK!

THE WHITING FAMILY

Linda & Andrew grew up in practical farming environments. Andrew is

the fourth generation of farmers from the Noorat / Kolora district while

Linda’s family farmed at Kennedy’s Creek for over a century.

After they were married they purchased their own farm with a

determination to create an enterprise which was markedly different from

the conventional dairying processes used in Victoria.

“We are aiming to produce a carbon neutral product and believe this

would be a great feature for Otway Pastures” Linda said, ”Andrew and I

have been able to eliminate all chemical inputs to the pastures grazed

by our cows.. We don’t apply any nitrogen or artificial fertilisers, nor do

we use pesticides or herbicides, we spread small amounts of compost

and strategically use effluent waste.

After four years our soil is much better for it, we grow more and better

pasture and most importantly are sequestering more carbon. This will

improve the water holding capacity of our soil, encourage soil diversity

and give us nutrient cycling which is the basis of regenerative

agriculture.

 Recent testing measured over 12 years by the CSIRO has shown

wonderful gains in our ability to store carbon deeper in our soil with

results among the best in Victoria.

Meet Otway Pastures: Families Behind Your Favorite Milk

THE DAVIS FAMILY

Forty years ago Reggie Davis left school at the age of sixteen

and came home to join his parents on the family farm. Reggie,

is the fourth generation to milk cows on the existing farm, fully

supported by his wife Tanya and their son Lachie, the fifth

generation to join in the growth and management of the Lilydale

Dairy Farms enterprise following his successful graduation from

Marcus Oldham Agricultural College

Reggie said recently “In 2008 we began to develop and

commence the use of regenerative farming methods in order to

improve our soils and our pastures so as to increase the

environmental impact, the quality of the product and the

productivity of our farms. We began making compost on a very

large scale to reduce our use of synthetic fertilisers. Sixteen

years later we have made dramatic improvements to our farm,

following the introduction of these sustainable and responsible

farming practises.

We are proud to be a supplier to Otway Pastures, an Australian

farmer owned company. More than ten years ago we became a

founding member of the company and we still remain

passionate about our product and farming methods. We believe

by producing healthier soils and grass, the cow produces

healthier milk. Otway Pastures milk remains a reflection of our

carbon friendly, responsible farming techniques.

Tim grew up on a dairy farm and, after leaving school, worked for a time

in a hardware store but the lure of farming drew him back, first as a

share farmer.

Tim married his childhood sweetheart and they have four children and

10 grandchildren, Sally is heavily involved in all aspects of the family

farm and offers great support to the enterprise.

In 1993 they bought their first farm and five years later sold it to move to

a better prospect where they farm today.

Tim commented “Since 2010 we have changed from using synthetic

fertilisers to using compost on the farm. We also incorporate multi

species crops within our pastures; this regenerative farming practice

ensures the soil and the living organisms within the soil are well looked

after, ensuring a higher quality pasture and therefore a higher quality

product”.

The McGlades were founding members of the Otway Pastures milk

brand’s establishment and Tim and Sally remain passionate about

Otway Pastures. They are proud to produce a single origin, Australian

owned and made milk product for all to enjoy.

THE MCGLADE FAMILY