Duck River Meadows Dairy
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Agritas College, 12 Nelson Street, Smithton, Australia
A tour of the Duck River Robotic Dairy and La Cantara Artisan Cheese Factory offers a unique and engaging glimpse into the heart of Tasmania’s North-West dairy industry. Born from the vision of the Agritas Board, this purpose-built experience showcases Circular Head’s excellence in dairy innovation and tradition. Visitors can witness firsthand the evolution of farming practices—from the early 1900s cheese-making heritage to the cutting-edge LELY robotic milking system—while gaining insight into how modern technology and age-old knowledge combine to produce some of the region’s finest dairy products.
Whether you’re a curious traveller, a passionate foodie, or simply keen to learn more about where your food comes from, this tour offers something for everyone.
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Led by knowledgeable and passionate local guides, each tour promises a warm country welcome and a rich storytelling experience, bringing the past and present of dairy farming to life.
A Dairy Tour with a Difference
Discover how the Duck River Robotic Dairy operates and how La Cantara’s artisan cheeses are made using milk produced right on site.
For Those Who Remember Milk Delivered to the Doorstep…
Take a nostalgic journey through time—remembering the days of milk in glass bottles, horse-drawn carts, and the legacy of the Duck River Butter Factory.
What You’ll Experience:
- Learn how the cows are cared for, from nutrition and grazing to health checks and comfort.
- See how they nurture the fields and pastures their cows call home.
- Explore the innovative LELY robotic milking system—and find out how the cows decide when they want to be milked, 24/7.
- Follow the journey of fresh milk as it’s transformed into La Cantara’s award-winning artisan cheeses.
- Discover why Duck River cows love their automated back scratchers!
- Enjoy a fun and interactive experience—their guides love answering questions, and no two tours are ever quite the same.
