There are about 300 farm businesses in the area affected by fires and possibly 30 dairy farms.
Murray Dairy extension officer Lachlan Barnes said a lot of farmers had lost their fodder and were still unable to account for all of their stock.
Some farmers had not been able to get access to non-milking cattle, which were on out-blocks or at more remote locations.
“There has been some fodder getting through, but good, milking quality hay has been hard to source,” Mr Barnes said.
With fire destroying fences, stock containment was an issue.
Power outages have been common in the affected area, which has affected milking.
“Diesel has been hard to get because generators have been using quite a lot of fuel,” Mr Barnes said.
In some cases, where milk tankers have been unable to get access, farmers have had to dispose of their milk.
Mr Barnes said milk processors had been trying to contact their suppliers in the region.
Dairy industry stakeholders have been offering fodder, offering to host ‘parked’ cows and other support. Mr Barnes said there were some generous offers being made.
“Many of our farmers have been under pressure this season, but they've stepped forward to offer help, which is very generous.”
Anyone with dairy-specific help can contact Murray Dairy, but Murray Dairy is also encouraging general support to be directed to established aid agencies who have the networks to deliver the aid.