Dairy Farmers of Canada

Canadian dairy farmers work every day to make Canadian milk better in every way. Learn about the people behind 100% Canadian milk.

A Net-Zero future. Decades in the making.
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For decades, Canadian dairy farmers have been committed to producing milk and taking care of the environment for future generations. Now they are committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions for the sector by the year 2050.

Canadian dairy farmers turning into biogas pioneers
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As dairy farmers continue to look towards the future with a focus on sustainability, incorporating biodigesters onto the farm is an opportunity to source additional revenue while doing good for the environment.

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Protecting Soil and Conserving Water

Canadian dairy farms protect soil and conserve water by minimizing tillage, cover crops, rotational grazing, wetland conservation and riparian zones.

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Trees planted on a dairy farm

Preserving Biodiversity

Canadian dairy farms preserve biodiversity through perennial conversion, grassland maintenance, tree planting, hedgerows, and shelterbelts.

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A dairy farm with solar panels

Producing and Using Renewable Energy

Many Canadian dairy farms add renewable energy with biodigesters, wind turbines, and solar panels.

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