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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.

Preservation for a better tomorrow

18.08.2023 Corporate Article Tommy Dion

Dairy Farmers of Canada is strengthening its commitment to responsible farming practices by joining forces with Ducks Unlimited Canada. I went to a farm to see for myself!

Sustainable Dairy Farming Practices

24.01.2019 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

From crop rotation to precision farming to water and land management, Canadian dairy farmers are leading the way in sustainable farming practices.

Assessing our environmental impact

21.02.2025 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

Dairy farmers measure and assess the environmental impact of their farms, in order to find ways to reduce their footprint. From small-scale solutions to entire life-cycle assessments, find out how Canadian dairy farmers are innovating to be more efficient.

Technological tools create inclusion opportunities for Canadian women in dairy

08.03.2024 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

From robotics to automated milking systems, technology and data help create a rewarding life on the farm for today’s female dairy farmers.

Moo-ry Xmas: Holidays on a Canadian dairy farm

10.12.2019 Consumer Article DFC - PLC

See what goes on at the farm when the rest of Canada takes time off to be with their family over the holidays!

Technology and the future of Canadian dairy farming

17.07.2019 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

See how Canadian dairy farmers are using new technology daily to care for their cows and produce Canadian quality milk.

Cow care, technology, and teaching moments: a conversation with Alberta dairy farmer Karen

05.05.2026 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

After a few years working as a registered nurse, she joined her husband in running their second-generation family farm. Karen credits the strong dairy farming women in her life for helping ease the way back into farming.

Canadian dairy farmers support sustainability on farms with innovative pilot projects

24.01.2022 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) highlights real stories of dairy farmers and impactful projects currently underway on select Canadian farms through its Here For Tomorrow and Hey Dairy Farmer – Sustainability campaigns.