A Century of Dairy Excellence
- September 03, 2025
In June 2025, the Milk Producer magazine celebrated 100 years, alongside Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s 60th anniversary—together marking a legacy of quality, innovation, and commitment to Ontario’s dairy industry.
Milk recording, also known as dairy herd improvement (DHI) testing, has played a critical role in advancing dairy farming by improving milk production, milk quality, herd health, and genetic progress. The practice has evolved over more than a century by adapting to technological advancements and industry needs to maximize its value to dairy producers.
Canada’s milk recording history stands out for its early coordination, strong public-private partnerships, high data standards, and global leadership in dairy genetics. The integration of data and innovation continues to drive the success of Canada’s dairy sector.
Canadian milk recording programs have long emphasized data accuracy, traceability, and integrity, earning global trust. They have evolved from manual record-keeping to sophisticated data-driven herd management. These high standards have allowed Canadian dairy genetics and data to be influential in international benchmarking and breeding programs. With continued advancements in genetics, automation, and digital technologies, milk recording remains a cornerstone of efficient and sustainable dairy farming in Ontario and also worldwide.
Visit the June 2025 issue of the Milk Producer for the full celebration:
