Europe's food connoisseurs can't get enough of British cheese, according to new UK Government figures.

A Chinese company will take a majority stake in Australian dairy processor Burra Foods, subject to approval by the foreign investment review board.

Dairy Australia's next 'Situation and Outlook' report will be released on June 1, as a challenging season for many farmers approaches its end.

Entrepreneur Diane Foreman says one success she is really proud of is in the dairy industry.

"What I do in dairying I do for love – I don't need any recognition for it," says the 2016 Dairy Woman of the Year, Rebecca Keoghan.

The low milk price is starting to bite Australian farmers.

The role women play in the dairy industry is enormous and women are truly stepping up and demonstrating leadership.

Research into improving phosphorus recovery and overall use efficiency remains urgent in the face ongoing and future supply and price volatility.

Over the last few years Kubota has indicated its intention of becoming a major global player.

Rebecca Keoghan's outstanding contribution to the dairy industry over the last decade has led to her being named the fifth Dairy Woman of the Year.