GHG Protocol Land Sector and Removals Standard
GHG Protocol Land Sector and Removals Standard Aligned Methodology for the Dairy Sector Four-Week Public Consultation Dear Stakeholder, This public consultation represents the outcome of a collaborative effort across the global dairy sector to develop a single, aligned approach to implementing the GHG Protocol’s Land Sector and Removals Standard (LSRS) within the dairy value chain. Considerable […]
Shared Global Innovation · Advancing Industrial Upgrading
The Director General of the International Dairy Federation, Ms. Laurence Rycken, was honoured to speak at the 2026 Dairy Science, Technology & Nutrition Health Innovation Conference in Dengkou, Inner Mongolia, under the inspiring theme “Sharing Global Innovation, Advancing Industrial Upgrading.” One of the most powerful takeaways was the Ulan Buh Desert ecological governance model. It demonstrates how arid land […]
Sustainability is one of the defining priorities for the global dairy sector.
It was an honour for IDF Director General Laurence Rycken to address the Sustainability Forum of the World Dairy Industry Conference in Hohhot (CN), bringing together dairy leaders, researchers, experts and industry partners from around the world. In her remarks, Ms. Rycken highlighted the important role dairy plays in providing high-quality nutrition, supporting rural livelihoods […]
Opening Ceremony of the World Dairy Industry Conference 2026, Hohhot, China
It was a pleasure for the International Dairy Federation (IDF) to participate in recent dairy sector events in Hohhot, China, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and international organizations to discuss the future of dairy. As the global dairy sector faces shared challenges such as climate change, resource constraints, supply chain volatility, and evolving consumer […]
Joint IDF-ICAR workshop held in Verona on Sensor Data for Dairy Animal Health and Welfare
The International Dairy Federation (IDF), together with ICAR, organized a joint workshop on 2 June, in Verona, Italy, entitled ‘Use of Sensor Data to Monitor and Manage Health and Welfare of Dairy Cattle‘, held alongside the ICAR 2026 Conference. Organized under the ICAR-IDF Joint Initiative on the Use of Sensor Data along the Dairy Value […]
IDF contributes to strategic dialogue at CDIA Annual Meeting in China
FIL-IDF participated in the 32nd Annual Meeting of the China Dairy Industry Association (CDIA) in Chengdu, China, from 26 to 28 May, bringing together more than 3,000 stakeholders from across the global dairy sector. IDF President Gilles Froment contributed to discussions on the future of dairy, highlighting the importance of science‑based standards, innovation, sustainability and […]
6th IDF Nutrition & Health Symposium explored the role of lactose in human health
The 6th IDF Nutrition & Health Symposium, held online on 21 May 2026, brought together experts from around the world to explore the role of lactose in human nutrition under the theme “Lactose 360° – From biology to emerging benefits.” Across two sessions, the symposium provided a comprehensive overview of lactose, examining its physiological functions, […]
FIL-IDF participated in Codex Committee on Food Labelling (CCFL49) in Canada
The International Dairy Federation (FIL-IDF) participated in the 49th session of the Codex Committee on Food Labelling (CCFL49), taking place from 11-15 May 2026 in Ottawa, Canada. Contributing to key global discussions At CCFL49, we continued our active involvement in Codex work through our participation in remote and physical working groups, which supports the development […]
New IDF Podcast Episode Explores Methane Mitigation at Farm Level
FIL-IDF has released a new podcast episode exploring methane mitigation at farm level, bringing the discussion beyond global headlines and into practical, on‑farm realities. Hosted by Wilco Brouwer de Koning and Lynda McDonald, the episode builds on previous conversations on methane and livestock, focusing on how methane emissions are managed across different dairy systems and […]
IDF/ISO Analytical Week 2026 strengthens global collaboration in Bern
The IDF/ISO Analytical Week 2026, held from 5-7 May in Bern, Switzerland, brought together experts from across the global dairy community to advance analytical methods, strengthen collaboration and support the development of science‑based international standards. Organised with the support of the Swiss National Committee (Agroscope), the event once again provided a key forum for technical […]
