February 1, 2023
Peter Gould to be inducted into Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame in June
Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s (DFO) Board is thrilled that DFO’s nomination of Peter Gould, DFO’s former General Manager, to the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame has been accepted.
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January 19, 2023
DFO honours industry achievements and delivers Annual Report
2023 Annual General Meeting and inaugural Recognition Dinner highlights focus, integrity and accountability in Ontario’s dairy sector
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November 28, 2022
DFO launches popular Milk and Cookies campaign
Giving back to and supporting local communities has always been important to Ontario dairy farmers. This holiday season, Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) is making its fourth consecutive holiday donation of $500,000 to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and other Ontario child...
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November 4, 2022
Visit DFO’s new dairy education centre at 100th Royal Fair
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (The Royal) opened on Nov. 4 to welcome back thousands of visitors to the largest indoor agricultural event in Toronto, Ont. The Royal is excited to expand on years of a successful partnership with Dairy Farmers of Ontario to create a brand n...
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November 3, 2022
DFO to launch 10-foot milk tower in Toronto on Nov. 4 and 5
Consumers and media are invited to join Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) at an interactive experience at Yonge-Dundas Square from noon to 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 4 and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5.
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October 12, 2022
DFO launches Everybody Milk campaign
Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) is launching a new marketing campaign that invites all Ontarians to celebrate their love for milk called Everybody Milk. Building upon the strong foundation established through ongoing marketing efforts, the campaign reminds everyone of th...
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September 20, 2022
DFO and MLSE announce enhanced partnership agreement
Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) and Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (MLSE) announced today an expanded sponsorship opportunity that will see DFO’s milk logo placed on the Toronto Maple Leafs’ home and away sweaters.
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August 26, 2022
DFO and Toronto Raptors join together to revitalize basketball court in Toronto
Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) and the Toronto Raptors, with the support of the City of Toronto, are thrilled to come together to unveil a brand new and revitalized basketball court at Woolner Park today, where youth and community members can once again play and gather together.
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August 19, 2022
DFO launches updated Dairy Education Centre at CNE today
Today is the first day of the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE) after a two-year pandemic hiatus and DFO is thrilled to be returning to the popular Toronto, Ont., event.
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July 25, 2022
2022 Brand Equity Summer Campaign
Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s (DFO) latest Farmer Equity campaign is now in market (July 18 through Aug. 31).
The campaign continues to build trust and a meaningful connection with Ontario consumers to increase milk consumption across the province, and again...
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June 29, 2022
Dairy Farmers of Ontario and Ontario Hockey Association select 2021-22 bursary winners
Six outstanding Ontario Hockey Association players have been selected to receive bursaries from Dairy Farmers of Ontario in the amount of $8,000 each to further their post-secondary education.
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June 21, 2022
Dairy Farmers of Ontario and OMHA announce 2022 bursary winners
Five high school students who have made a big impact in their schools and in their communities – in addition to being recognized as top players and volunteers in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association – have been chosen as the winners of Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s (...
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June 3, 2022
Progressive Conservatives win 2022 provincial election
Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) would like to congratulate Premier Doug Ford and the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario on their re-election and thank them for their commitment to supporting our dairy system.
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June 1, 2022
Join Dairy Farmers of Ontario in celebrating World Milk Day
Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) is once again taking part in worldwide celebrations to recognize World Milk Day (WMD) on Wednesday, June 1.
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June 1, 2022
Attend DFO’s new Big Moo’d Market event in Toronto and Ottawa
With the overwhelming success of last year’s MilkUP Post-To-Pay Pop Up, DFO’s marketing staff have created an even bigger version this year to take across Ontario. MilkUP is going on the road with the first ever Post-to-Pay mobile market.
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January 19, 2022
DFO's 2020-21 annual report now available
Looking back on the challenges and opportunities of the past year, DFO's 2020-21 annual report is now available online—an overview of DFO's operations, milk quality, transportation and more.
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September 15, 2021
Federal election campaign analysis
As Canada heads into a federal election on Sept. 20, 2021, DFO’s Communications and Government Relations teams are committed to keeping you informed during this time.
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September 15, 2021
DFO launches two new fall campaigns with Savour Ontario and MilkUP
Fall is almost upon us and Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s (DFO) marketing division is introducing two new campaigns to kick off the season.
Below you will find information about DFO’s culinary brand Savour Ontario Harvest Pairings, in partnership with the LCBO a...
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August 19, 2021
DFO partners with Ontario Basketball Association to recognize outstanding athletes with new award
The Ontario Basketball Association (OBA) and Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) have come together to shine a light on some incredibly deserving young basketball athletes in the province and their contributions on and off the court. The revised partnership allows us to highlight the perso...
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August 19, 2021
Joint statement recognizing National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Dairy Farmers of Ontario, along with other agricultural and supply management partners, joined together to observe Canada’s first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours and publicly commemorates the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their fa...
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June 21, 2021
DFO and Ontario soccer partner to offer bursaries
Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) has partnered with Ontario Soccer to be a community partner and the exclusive title partner of the “MilkUP Ontario Soccer Future Leaders Program.”
Created to support the education and development of youth leaders withi...
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April 7, 2021
DFO announces five $8,000 bursaries in partnership with Ontario Minor Hockey Association
Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) and the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) have partnered to present a Bursary Program, which recognizes minor hockey players for their outstanding commitment to community service, athletics and academics. The OMHA Bursary Program ...
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February 23, 2021
DFO celebrates dairy farmers and products on Canada's Agriculture Day
Today, Feb. 23, 2021, is Canada's Agriculture Day. Hosted by the ag organization Ag More Than Ever, the special day celebrates the delicious food grown and raised across the country and the people who ...
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January 13, 2021
DFO's 2019-20 annual report now available
Looking back on the challenges and opportunities of the past year, DFO's 2019-20 annual report is now available online—an overview of DFO's operations, milk quality, transportation and more.
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