Sustainability

People

At Burra Foods, our leadership is driven by the goal of leaving every individual who interacts with us feeling positive, and confident.

For our milk supply partners, we are committed to recognising and rewarding their tireless dedication. Their hard work and nurturing care of their farms not only feed us all but also sustain our environment and economy. We ensure they are fairly compensated for their invaluable efforts.

Our customers, some of the world’s most renowned manufacturers, choose to partner with Burra for our ingenuity, agility, and flexibility. We take pride in offering them the benefits of our technical expertise and industry knowledge, ensuring their success alongside ours.

Within our team and community, we strive to build trust, inclusivity, and collaboration. By fostering a sense of belonging and connection, we prioritise the safety, health, and wellbeing of our employees and actively invest in initiatives that support the broader community.

At Burra Foods, we deeply value individual contributions and remain committed to providing ongoing support for all who are part of our journey.

Environment

At Burra Foods, we are deeply committed to delivering dairy products sustainably while ensuring our operations are environmentally responsible. Our vision is to leave the Gippsland region better off through our presence, enhancing the community’s landscape and future.

As highlighted in the Dairy Sustainability Framework, dairy production relies heavily on natural resources. Gippsland, with its lush green valleys, rugged hills, and unique microclimate, is a thriving and sustainable farming region. We take our stewardship role seriously, focusing on conserving water, protecting biodiversity, maintaining soil health, and reducing waste and emissions.

Climate change poses significant challenges to the dairy industry, including risks like water scarcity, which could impact milk supply and regional viability. To address these challenges, the Australian dairy industry has committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 30% by 2030. At Burra Foods, we proudly support this goal and are dedicated to playing an active role in achieving sustainable solutions for the future.

Enterprise

At Burra Foods, we embrace technology and innovation to enhance our operations, support our people, and minimize our environmental impact.

Through intelligent solutions and rigorous quality standards, we are committed to strengthening and sustaining the local dairy industry. By applying smart technologies and forward-thinking strategies, we aim to drive progress that benefits both our business and the wider community.

In recent years, we have focused on improving operational efficiency. Multi-million-dollar upgrades to our processing plants have streamlined production, optimized resource use, and improved overall performance.

One notable achievement is our partnership with Sustainability Victoria, where we designed and implemented an energy management system to regulate peak load demand, reducing energy use and costs.

We also prioritize human health and safety through robust food safety systems and a dedicated on-site quality assurance team responsible for maintaining the highest product safety standards.

These advancements not only enhance our business but also provide meaningful benefits to consumers, employees, and the environment. By fostering innovation and efficiency, we are building a sustainable future that prioritizes well-being and reduces our ecological footprint.