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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.

Happy World Milk Day!

01.06.2023 Corporate Article Mr. Pierre Lampron

World Milk Day signifies a time to recognize Canada’s dairy farmers’ contributions to the health of our nation’s families and economy

Guidelines for the Certification of Grass Fed Milk Production

24.04.2019 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

The national grass fed milk program will be implemented in Canada in the months to come. To learn more about the details and its impact within the Canadian dairy industry, check out these latest updates.

2019: Raise a Glass this World Milk Day!

16.05.2019 Corporate News

Pierre Lampron, President of Dairy Farmers of Canada invites you to raise a glass in celebration of World Milk Day.

Canadian dairy farmers celebrate World Milk Day

01.06.2017 Corporate News

Today, Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) is pleased to share how we celebrate the vibrant dairy industry in Canada on World Milk Day.

Statement from DFC on Milk Pricing

12.08.2022 Corporate News

Misinformation is currently circulating in traditional and social media concerning how adjustments to the farm-gate price of milk are established. Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) is therefore providing the following clarification on the process.

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.

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.

Setting the Record Straight on Canadian Dairy Prices

18.06.2026 Corporate Article Mr. David Wiens

Canadian dairy prices are not only in line with inflation, but they are also competitive to those found in several other countries who do not have supply management.

Is high-protein dairy here to stay? What the past and the present can tell us about the future

01.04.2026 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

Innovation is happening in the marketplace, and it does influence the demand for farm milk components. Many dairy farmers may wonder if high protein preferences have staying power. While no one has a crystal ball, past trends show that this might be the case.