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Why are there fewer farms today than in 1970? Does supply management impact the number of dairy farms?

18.06.2026 Consumer Question

Why are there fewer farms today than in 1970? Does supply management impact the number of dairy farms?

Is 3-NOP or Bovaer used in Canada to reduce methane emissions? What is its impact on cows?

01.12.2025 Consumer Question

There are many practices that are widely adopted on farms that have successfully proven their economic and environmental benefits. Some actions work to mitigate methane emissions from cows and manure, and others help to mitigate other greenhouse gasses in cropping.

Mozza Pita-Calzone

15.10.2009 Consumer Recipe

If the kids like pizza, they're going to love Pita Calzone. But our recipe is more nutritious than take-out, using pita breads and lots of fresh vegetables. And it's much more economical, too!

Our Partners in Sustainability

11.10.2023 Sustainability Article

We work with partners in sustainability to help all Canadians - dairy farmers and non-farmers alike - make impactful, sustainable changes.

Tasty Tandoori Grilled Chicken with a Twist

03.11.2017 Consumer Recipe

Subtle Indian flavours accented with a fresh peach salsa. A perfect meal for the whole family.

Does pasteurization affect the nutritional value of milk?

16.01.2024 Consumer Question

Research shows that pasteurization does not have a significant impact on the nutritional value of milk. This type of process is essential to ensure the safety of milk and increase its shelf life.

What are the most popular ways to mitigate methane on Canadian dairy farms?

01.12.2025 Consumer Question

Canadian farmers can choose from many tools and a wide range of strategies to produce more food with fewer resources, and less impact on the environment, in ways that are also good for the animals, good for the planet, and good for business.

Get up and Go Breakfast Smoothie

17.02.2012 Consumer Recipe

Smoothies are a great addition to a balanced breakfast. This recipe includes a a full serving of fruit and yogurt, as well as fibre.

I saw a claim that dairy is more expensive in Canada because of supply management. Is this true?

02.02.2026 Consumer Question

The average Canadian prices for dairy products such as yogurt, butter, and cheese were lower than in the U.S. in 2024. This trend continued in 2025 according to the most recent data available from Statistics Canada and its U.S. counterpart the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Who determines the price Canadian farmers get paid for the milk they produce?

02.02.2026 Consumer Question

In Canada, the pricing of milk at the farm level is regulated consistently and transparently by a federal crown corporation called the Canadian Dairy Commission, with a pricing formula that is applied nationally.