Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) offers a wide variety of tools and resources to support dairy farmers. It’s one of the ways we’re helping to strengthen dairy’s place in a healthy, sustainable Canadian diet of today and tomorrow. Here are some online resources designed for dairy farmers and their teams to help them learn more, act on the latest innovations and have a pulse on DFC’s national advocacy efforts.
Learn about our research and innovation initiatives
Every year, DFC and its partners invest in scientific research, much of which occurs in collaboration with dairy farmers. In 2024, 700 dairy farms worked with DFC and other partners on ongoing research related to farm efficiency and sustainability; animal health, care and welfare practices; dairy’s role in nutrition and health; and overall industry innovation.
The results of funded research are shared in accessible ways for dairy farmers, their on-farm advisers and any other dairy professionals, decision-makers and stakeholders who are committed to our shared progress. You can read about some of our 2024 research findings in this issue of Progressive Dairy.
Access key information on best practices and innovation on the Canadian Dairy Hub
DFC and Lactanet recently unveiled the Canadian Dairy Hub, a one-stop spot for education and knowledge. With the goal of supporting Canadian dairy farmers and their advisers as they navigate industry changes, this hub offers free science-based and practical expertise and is designed to give users the most up-to-date information on dairy best practices and innovations. It includes a full suite of resources such as webinars, workshops, discussion groups, infographics, online modules and printable materials.
Subscribe to The Canadian Podcow podcast
Named by Feedspot as one of the best 2024 Canadian agriculture podcasts, The Canadian Podcow podcast has offered wide-ranging conversations about key dairy industry issues since 2021. Hosts and dairy farmers Sarah Sache and Andrew Campbell welcome expert guests to explore and analyze topics such as biosecurity, supply management, cybersecurity and the dairy value chain.
The podcast is found on all major podcasting platforms, and new listeners can catch up on the back catalogue for free. We recommend the second episode of season four, which discusses the Canadian Dairy Hub with Vicki Brisson, Lactanet's national knowledge mobilization manager.
Sign up for the Dairy Express
Farmers can learn more about cutting-edge research, DFC advocacy efforts and the latest news by signing up for DFC’s Dairy Express newsletter (L’Express Laitier in French). This newsletter, exclusive to dairy farmers, is also the tool we use to communicate pressing issues directly with dairy farmers. Sign up today to be sure you are not missing any important information.
To access the resources mentioned in this article, visit us online.
Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) is the national policy, lobbying and promotional organization representing Canadian dairy producers. DFC strives to create stable conditions for the dairy sector in our country. It also seeks to maintain policies that promote the sustainability of Canadian dairy production and promote dairy products and their health benefits. Visit DFC’s website for more information.
