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Cow Comfort: Our Values and Standards

14.12.2018 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

We’re committed to the best treatment and well-being of all our animals. Find out how we advocate for better animal care and high standards on the farm.

A farmer’s pride: See how they care for their cows

14.08.2020 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

We asked Canadian dairy farmers to explain how they take care of their cows. Here’s what they had to say (spoiler alert: sentimental cow affection ahead).

Canadian milk is no place for artificial growth hormones

26.02.2025 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

Learn the difference between natural and artificial hormones, and why artificial growth hormones can’t be used to produce Canadian milk.

How Agricultural Technology Helps Cows Thrive

29.07.2019 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

From tracking individual and herd health to the advances in diets, see how Canadian dairy farmers are using technology to improve the well-being of their cows.

Healthy Cows Make Happy Farmers

31.01.2025 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

The welfare of cows means a lot to dairy farmers. Cows are prized possessions and the reason farmers get up everyday to do what they love to do, which is providing Canadians with first-rate milk.

How and When We Use Antibiotics to Treat Cows

14.08.2020 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

What happens if a cow gets sick? Our farmers explain when they use and don’t use antibiotics – and how they make sure Canadian milk they provide is pure and safe to drink.

Strong bones, healthy life: how our diet can help

01.11.2021 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

Too many Canadians are calcium deficient, and it may be affecting our bone health. A simple solution could be to increase or add milk products into our diets.

United Nations Report: Dairy's Beneficial Role in Nutrition and Health

23.08.2023 Consumer Article DFC - PLC

A new report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations provides a robust, evidence-based assessment of the role of animal source foods within the context of a healthy diet.

How Many Cows are on Canadian Dairy Farms?

16.04.2026 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

Dairy farms in Canada come in all shapes and sizes, and vary by region. But at a simple average size of 107 milking cows per farm, Canadian dairy farms might be smaller than you think.

COVID-19: Information for consumers

23.03.2020 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

We recognize that in light of the COVID-19 outbreak, consumers have a variety of questions about milk and dairy products. Please find information and answers to some of the most common questions here.