Connected to Tomorrow’s Dairy
In 2022 we started with the Tomorrow’s Dairy program - a partnership with our customer Nestlé. Around 150 of our 850 dairy farmers are currently participating in this program. All the built-up knowledge of this program enables us now to scale-up. We do this with the Future-proof farming program.
Future-proof farming objectives
The main goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on the dairy farm. At the same time, we encourage regenerative farming practices that support clean water, healthy soils, greater biodiversity, and the well-being of both people and animals. Participating dairy farmers receive a premium when they contribute to these goals, measured by different KPIs.
Future-proof farming KPI's
Emission Reduction
- Low carbon footprint
- Compensation for the use of Bovaer®.
Regenerative Agriculture
- High share of protein production on the farm
- High share of permanent grassland
- Low nitrogen surplus per hectare
Animal Welfare
- Increased lifespans for dairy cattle
Value for our customers
Vreugdenhil Dairy Foods takes scope 3 emission reduction out of your hands:
- Achieve your sustainability goals: This proven programme directly contributes to your Scope 3 carbon reduction targets.
- Backed by science: Developed using high-quality data and a robust methodology from Low Carbon Dairy, ensuring reliability and impact.
- Aligned with your vision: Easily adapted to your specific goals, helping strengthen your sustainability profile.
- Expert guidance and support: Our dedicated Future-proof farming team brings years of experience in setting up and scaling effective programmes.
- Effortless collaboration: Enjoy clear, direct communication - the 'Vreugdenhil Dairy Foods' way.
Value for our dairy farmers
Vreugdenhil Dairy Foods acts as a chain director and facilitates:
- Tailored plan: Together with the farmer, we develop a tailored plan to reach clear goals, with yearly evaluations
- Collaboration: Working together with dairy farmers, feed and seed suppliers, banks, agri-tech companies and knowledge institutes we take practical steps toward sustainable dairy farming);
- Sharing: exchange of knowledge & best practices among farmers;
- Learning: hands-on workshops on sustainable farming practices like roughage optimisation, the use of grass-clover cultivation and improving biodiversity, combined with better insight into and enhancement of soil health and water quality.
Join us in shaping the future of dairy farming, one that nourishes both people, animals and planet!
Patty Penterman - Senior Sustainability Project Coordinator
Curious what we can do for you?
Interested in the Future-proof farming program? Fill out the form or contact Patty Penterman (patty.penterman@vreugdenhil.nl)