9th IDF Symposium on Sheep, Goat, Camel and other Non-Bovine Milk

Information and registration The International Dairy Federation (IDF) is bringing together the global dairy community in Anand, India, for a landmark Symposium focused on milk from sheep, goats, camels, donkeys and other non-bovine species. These animals are widely distributed across the globe and play a vital role in supporting sustainable livelihoods—contributing to local economies, empowering women, enhancing food […]
IDF/ISO Analytical Week 2027, Leeuwarden, The Netherlands

The IDF/ISO Analytical Week 2027, held May 25–28 in Leeuwarden, Netherlands, gathers global dairy experts to develop joint standards for milk and milk products. The event features networking, technical discussions, and a public symposium for lab managers, scientists, and analytical professionals to explore innovations and sector challenges.
IDF/ISO Analytical Week 2026, Bern, Switzerland

Join the IDF/ISO Analytical Week 2026, May 5–7 in Bern, Switzerland. This key event brings together global dairy experts to shape standards, explore analytical innovations, and network with industry leaders. Open symposium for lab managers, scientists, and professionals.
IDF Scientific Symposium at the IUNS-ICN 2025

Join global nutrition leaders at IUNS-ICN 2025 in Paris, 24–29 August 2025. Explore cutting-edge science, including IDF’s symposium on the dairy matrix and health.
Opportunities and insights in the camelid dairy sector

Camelids play a vital role in building sustainable food systems, especially in arid and semi-arid regions. Their contributions support multiple Sustainable Development Goals, including enhancing food security, reducing poverty, and strengthening climate resilience.
IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2025

The dairy sector has long been committed to enhancing farming, processing, animal health, packaging, nutrition, and uplifting people and communities through milk and dairy products. This dedication is exemplified by the fourth annual IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2025, which aim to encourage and celebrate innovative practices across the sector. The IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2025 […]
IDF Regional Dairy Conference Africa 2025

The purpose of the meeting is to share experiences in the control of paratuberculosis at the regional or national level on a country to country basis; and to use the learnings from the subsequent discussions to further refine the methods of control which are in current use. During the Forum each country representative will be given an opportunity to deliver a short presentation of no more than 10 minutes about their national program/activities to control paratuberculosis.
Joint Webinar IDF and IUFoST on Food processing: Sustainability and misconceptions

The purpose of the meeting is to share experiences in the control of paratuberculosis at the regional or national level on a country to country basis; and to use the learnings from the subsequent discussions to further refine the methods of control which are in current use. During the Forum each country representative will be given an opportunity to deliver a short presentation of no more than 10 minutes about their national program/activities to control paratuberculosis.
Local investment for Global Good: Building Dairy Value Chains – N4G official side event

Join us for the dairy sector’s leading event on nutrition
IDF Nutrition and Health Symposium 2025

Exploring the role of dairy and plant-sourced foods for nutrition and healthy diets In recent years, the global food landscape has experienced a significant shift toward plant-sourced foods, some of them positioned as alternatives to meat and dairy. Dietary changes are often motivated by factors such as perceived health claims, environmental concerns, and ethical considerations. […]



