Dairying in the Camden area traces back to the early 1800s when European settlers introduced dairy farming to the region. By the late 1800s, Camden had become prominent dairy hub, with over 110 local dairy's operating at it's peak.
The Davies Farm, having operated as a dairy since 1908, ceased milk production in 2002 due to severe drought.
The Australian dairy industry contributes billions to the economy annually with over 5,000 dairy farms across the country.