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.

Our Commitment to Sustainability
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Canadian dairy farmers are naturally committed to caring for the environment, from the land and animals they tend to, to the water and air we all share.

Plastic recycling solutions with Cleanfarms
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There are so many different ways Canadian dairy farmers are working to create a more sustainable future. Check out our animation series where we explore just one of them: recycling agricultural plastics with Cleanfarms.

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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The Secret to Sustainable Fertilizers

Dairy farmers have an abundance of natural odorant fertilizer – manure. Did you know the various ways they store and apply it to the land offer opportunities to lower the farm’s carbon footprint? Learn more about these options that help reduce emissions from manure.

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Farmer examining crops

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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