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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.

Is animal welfare regulated in Canada?

28.10.2021 Consumer Question

Ever wondered what regulations protect farm animals in Canada? Read about regulations and programs for dairy here

Animal Care Is Our Business

17.02.2021 Corporate Resource

Canadian dairy farmers work closely with their cows every day and are committed to the highest standards of animal care. Find out what makes us leaders.

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.

Consider using alternatives to palm supplements, says Dairy Farmers of Canada

25.02.2021 Corporate News

Dairy Farmers across Canada have listened attentively to the concerns expressed by consumers in recent weeks over the use of animal feed supplements containing palm by-products.

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.

Can I get ‘vaccinated’ by eating meat from a vaccinated animal?

26.01.2023 Consumer Question

Can I get ‘vaccinated’ by eating meat from a vaccinated animal? Answer: No, it is not possible for a vaccine to be transmitted through meat or dairy consumption.

#HereForCanada during COVID-19 and always

23.04.2020 Corporate Resource

Even in uncertain times, we do what we’ve always done as dairy farmers—we care for our herds so that Canadians can care for their families. Learn how we’re supporting communities across the country and keeping shelves stocked with high-quality dairy that Canadians love.

Raising the next generation: Talking with East Coast dairy farmer Deanna

29.05.2026 Corporate Article DFC - PLC

Deanna and her family care for a herd of purebred Jerseys on her 300-acre farm in Prince Edward Island. She is also a leader in her breed association, the local co-op, and a mother of four.

Dairy Farmers of Canada publicly launches its sustainability initiative

19.04.2016 Corporate News

Today, Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) hosted an event to highlight Canadian dairy farmers’ long standing commitment to high standards of care on their farms, through the public launch of the farmers’ sustainability initiative.