#27: Erica Dibben, Tilba Real Dairy (South Coast, NSW)

This month we shine an even bigger spot light on Aussie Artisan, what that means and what it  truly takes. For the entire month of August (and beyond for that matter), we’re encourage you all to seek these ‘legendairy’ producers in your own local area. Today, we’ll hear from Erica Dibben from Tilba Real Dairy which is located on the beautiful south coast in NSW. It’s a region that has been through a lot in the past 18 months (in particular) facing down the devastating bushfires of late 2019 / 2020 and then of course, right into a global pandemic. Lets not sugar coat it. It’s been tough. Nic and Erica have been in the dairy industry for over 20 years and despite the challenges, remain incredibly passionate about it, especially when it comes to providing outstanding products for their local community and beyond. At its core the Tilba Real Dairy’s story is one of strength, community, authenticity and, the word that is heard a lot around here, resilience. Here, Erica talks candidly about what it means to live that and of the vital importance of providing for those around them and what it means to them. Plus, how food security and quality go hand in hand and the challenges the dairy, and more broader farming industry, currently faces I really enjoyed this very open and honest chat with Erica and we know you’re going to enjoy hearing more about Tilba Real Dairy. Let's get in to it