Practical measures for sustainable dairy production
In a preview article from the upcoming IDF Dairy Sustainability Outlook edition 3, we look at a case study in Ireland to harness practical measures within dairy agroecosystems to address climate change and biodiversity. Ireland is one of the 197 countries that have signed up to the Paris Agreement, which aims to limit the rise […]
Open Letter on the Value of Animal Agriculture
An action plan for a climate resilient dairy sector
In a preview article from the forthcoming IDF Dairy Sustainability Outlook edition 3, which will be released in June, we look at how the Dutch dairy sector is mobilizing to become further climate resilient. Following the Paris Agreement, the Dutch government approved a Climate Act in which the Netherlands’ climate goals are set. In the […]
IDF ‘raises a virtual glass’ on World Milk Day 2020
Brussels, 1 June 2020 – The International Dairy Federation (IDF) fetes the 20th anniversary of World Milk Day with a online celebration for its global experts – and the achievements of one in particular.
Dairy – a more nutritious and sustainable choice for your cup
Today, there are innumerable food and beverage choices catering to every lifestyle — dairy, dairy-free, soy-free, gluten-free, lactose-free, vegan and more. While it’s great to have a range of choices to fit individual needs and wishes, not all options are nutritionally equal, nor do they have the same impact on our planet. Dairy’s true impact on […]
Early bird registration now open! IDF Symposium on non-cow milk
The event will be of vital interest to scientists and other professionals involved in the sheep’s, goat’s and other non-cow dairy sectors.
School Milk Programs fuel students, support healthy bodies and minds around the world
Food insecurity exists in the United States, as well as in many developed and developing countries around the world. The National School Lunch Program operates in approximately 100,000 schools across the United States, serving roughly 30 million students each day; of those students, 74% receive lunch at no cost or at a reduced price because […]
COP 25: IDF joins FAO LEAP to look at the role of livestock in addressing climate change and food security
As part of its ongoing commitment to minimise the environmental impact of the dairy sector, the International Dairy Federation (IDF) will participate in the FAO Livestock Environmental Assessment and Performance (LEAP) Partnership official side event at COP 25 on Thursday 12 December to discuss the role of low-carbon livestock in addressing climate change and food […]
Dairy: nourishing a growing world population sustainably
This year’s COP25, which launches in Madrid this week, will be the start of a crucial period for the environment. COP25 is the final COP before we enter the defining year of 2020, when many nations must submit new climate action plans. With climate change forecasts suggesting we must alter various aspects of modern life […]
Dairy outlook and consumer trends transforming the sector
In-depth understanding of global supply and demand trends “2018 and early 2019 will see balanced supply and demand overall but high price volatility” Mélanie Richard, Head of Economy, CNIEL The Dairy Outlook session opened with the launch of the new edition of IDF’s flagship publication, the 2019 IDF World Dairy Situation Report. Developed by experts from […]