Table 5.

Primary and additional nodes derived from the dataset of responses of dairy farmers (n = 147).

Node	Description
Primary Nodes
Satisfaction with the current dairy farming industry	Captures positive and negative attitudes of participants towards dairy farming
Major challenges faced by farmers	Addresses primary difficulties experienced by farmers
Outlook on the sustainability of dairy farming	Examines perspectives on the long-term viability of dairy farming
Transitioning away from dairy farming	Covers ideas and considerations related to moving away from dairy farming
Additional Nodes
Hardship from external factors	Includes operational costs, drought, and flood impacts on farming
Consideration of agricultural alternatives	Looks at potential shifts to other agricultural practices outside of dairy farming
Need for additional resources	Highlights the need for more resources to help farmers make informed decisions