California Dairy Industry Charts a Sustainable Future
Sacramento, CA – The California dairy industry is doubling down on its commitment to sustainability, as evidenced by the recent California dairy Sustainability Summit held in March 2025. The summit convened over 475 industry leaders, including dairy farmers and sustainability experts, to explore the latest innovations in environmental stewardship, dairy nutrition, and overall industry advancement.
The event served as a platform to discuss strategies for reducing emissions, improving soil health, and defining dairy’s evolving role in a sustainable food system. The focus remained on a holistic view of sustainability, encompassing environmental, nutritional, and community well-being.
Sustainable Nutrition: A Cornerstone of the Dairy Industry’s Vision
Dairy Council of California champions the concept of sustainable nutrition,a theme prominently featured at the summit. Sustainable nutrition considers both human and planetary health, ensuring that wholesome, nutrient-dense foods are accessible, affordable, and culturally relevant, while simultaneously preserving environmental resources and supporting local communities.
Mitch Kanter highlighted dairy protein’s crucial role in nourishing a sustainable future during one of the summit’s key sessions.
Nutrition Security: Dairy’s Role in Public Health
The conversation around public health is increasingly prioritizing nutrition security, which means ensuring consistent access to affordable, culturally acceptable, and nutrient-dense foods and beverages from both plant and animal sources that promote health. Dairy foods are especially compelling in this context due to their affordability, accessibility, and unique nutrient profile.
Dairy council of California: Leading the Charge
Dairy Council of California is dedicated to advancing the contributions of milk and dairy foods to healthy, sustainable eating patterns. The association collaborates closely with the dairy community to promote the work of farmers,processors,and marketers,while also broadening the sustainability conversation to include nutrition.
By taking this comprehensive approach,the dairy industry is positioning itself as a key player in creating a sustainable food system that supports healthy people,healthy animals,and a healthy planet.
To learn more and join the effort, visit DairyCouncilOfCa.org.
