Dairy in the news

Delve into newsworthy issues affecting Canadian dairy farmers and the dairy products you love. Here’s our perspective on regulations, public health matters, policies, and trade agreements.

Milk products are a key part of a healthy, balanced diet

News Release January 22, 2019

Dairy Farmers of Canada remains concerned that the updated Food Guide does not reflect the most recent and mounting scientific evidence available. There is abundant research that demonstrates that milk products with various fat content can be a part of healthy diet.

Retired Laval Professor offers much-needed context to refute attacks on dairy industry

Article April 14, 2020 2 min

Le Soleil recently published an op-ed from Daniel-Mercier Gouin countering arguments that disposing of milk should be illegal.
Note: article available in French only.

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Dairy Farmers of Canada reacts to UK’s accession to CPTPP

Statement March 30, 2023

Dairy farmers welcome support for dairy processing and livestock vaccine bank in the 2023 federal budget

Statement March 28, 2023

Dairy Farmers of Canada awarded for the "Cuisinons en famille" site

News Release March 01, 2023

proAction Animal Care framework consistent with national standards, says NFACC

News Release January 09, 2023

Dairy Farmers of Canada comments on Fall Economic Statement

Statement November 03, 2022