Celebrating World Milk Day 2026: highlighting the role of women across the dairy value chain
On 1 June 2026, FIL‑IDF celebrated World Milk Day through a week‑long global campaign from 25 to 31 May, aligned with the United Nations International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026). Under the theme “Milk Has Many Faces: Most of Them Are Women”, the campaign explored the diverse and essential roles women play across […]
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 […]
IDF Regional Dairy Conference Africa 2026 Held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
The IDF Regional Dairy Conference Africa 2026 took place from 31 March to 2 April 2026 in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, gathering policymakers, dairy farmers, processors, industry leaders, researchers and development partners together from across Africa and beyond. Co‑hosted by FIL-IDF and the Zimbabwe Dairy Industry Trust (ZDIT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, […]
IDF Mastitis and Milking Technology Joint Conference 2026 Concludes in Stockholm
The International Dairy Federation (IDF) Mastitis and Milking Technology Joint Conference 2026 successfully took place from 11-13 March 2026 at the Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre, bringing together more than 250 researchers, veterinarians, industry experts and dairy professionals from around the world. The conference fostered strong scientific exchange and collaboration with participation from early‑career and experienced […]
Tetra Pak Endorses the Paris Dairy Declaration on Sustainability at COP29
The Paris Dairy Declaration on Sustainability, an initiative launched by the International Dairy Federation (IDF) and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) at the IDF World Dairy Summit in October 2024 in Paris, was endorsed by Tetra Pak, a world leader in food processing and packaging solutions, at the United Nations Framework Convention […]
Joint Statement by the International Dairy Federation (IDF) and Global Dairy Platform (GDP) for COP 29: Dairy’s Commitment to Sustainable Transformation and Climate Action
The global dairy sector reaffirms its unwavering commitment to sustainability in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As a vital source of nutrition, economic support, and environmental stewardship, dairy provides essential nutrition to 6 billion people around the world and supports the livelihoods of nearly 1 billion people across approximately 130 million dairy […]
The IDF Dairy Declaration on Sustainability was signed at the IDF Dairy Leaders Forum
As the recognized global voice of dairy and the leading source of expertise and scientific knowledge, FIL-IDF has taken the initiative in developing a declaration to reiterate and reinforce the dairy sector’s commitment to a sustainable transformation of the whole value chain. This document was presented at the end of the IDF World Dairy Summit […]
IDF Awards and Recognitions Presented at Gala Dinner During IDF World Dairy Summit 2024
At the highly anticipated Gala Dinner of the IDF World Dairy Summit 2024, held on October 17 in Paris, France, the International Dairy Federation (IDF) presented its most prestigious awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to the global dairy sector. These honors celebrated excellence in dairy science, leadership, and promotion, reflecting IDF’s commitment to innovation and quality […]
IDF Celebrates 120 Years of Dairy Innovation with the Launch of Commemorative E-Book at the IDF World Dairy Summit
The International Dairy Federation (IDF) successfully launched its 120th anniversary commemorative e-book at the IDF Forum during the IDF World Dairy Summit on 15 October. The digital publication, Developing Dairy for 120 Years, celebrates the organization’s leadership, innovation, and collaboration within the global dairy industry. The e-book offers a comprehensive account of IDF’s history, highlighting […]
Gilles Froment Elected as New IDF President
Paris, France. The International Dairy Federation (IDF) is pleased to announce the election of Gilles Froment as its new President during the 118th General Assembly held today in Paris. Mr. Froment, who has been serving as both an IDF Board Member and Treasurer, succeeds Piercristiano Brazzale and brings over two decades of dedicated service to […]
