Export Markets

Since 1991, Balco has been a preferred supplier of quality Australian Oaten Hay to the Japanese dairy industry. With a reputation for providing consistently high quality hay, reliable delivery and strong customer service standards, Balco has retained long term partnerships with major feed distributors throughout Japan. Senior Management regularly travel throughout the country to maintain these links, and to stay abreast of industry trends

Japanese Contact
Ray Mahony
Mobile +8180 8038 0637

As the demand for milk products grows exponentially in this significant market, so too does the demand for quality dairy cattle feed. Home to over 1 billion people and 14 million head of cattle, the burgeoning Chinese dairy industry is on the cusp of becoming one of the major industry sectors in the nation.

Through regular market visits to the major dairy farming provinces, Balco is gaining a deep understanding of the local industry from farm-gate through to the retail customer. It is this knowledge that enables Balco to collaborate with the major dairy producers and feed distributors throughout China. Committed to ensuring the highest standards of milk production and quality, the Balco Australia scientific team is educating these key partners on the vital role Australian hay plays in total animal health, milk quality and milk volume output.

A relatively small market, Taiwan offers growing potential for higher grade quality Australian hay. Balco has been exporting to this market since the early 1990's and has gained a reputation for supplying premium hay.

Korea is a long established market for Balco focusing on the diary and hanoo beef industry. Balco has established long term regular clients who deliver consistent performance on a monthly basis.

To support the needs of the local Bedouin peoples, the United Arab Emirates and the Kingdom of Abu Dhabi have imported large quantities of hay from the US in recent years. Balco Australia has been exporting to the region since 2010.

Indonesia
A relatively small market with scope to develop as the middle class grows; increasing demand for premium meat and dairy products.

Vietnam
The demand for hay continues to grow in Vietnam due to an increase in dairy and meat consumption. Currently the USA accounts for approximately 90% of all imports, with Australia supplying around 10%. Balco Australia has been exporting to this market since 2009 and has grown a strong customer base due to the high quality hay it supplies.