Through our program, dairy farmers can receive rewards for their efforts in the field of biodiversity. In 2024, 96.9% of the dairy farmers received a sustainability bonus, compared to 96.5% in 2023.
Insight on the Farm and Animal Welfare
By using tools such as the KringloopWijzer (Circularity Monitor), KoeMonitor (Cow Monitor), and the KalfOK score (Calf Welfare Index), dairy farmers gain insight into their farm’s circularity and animal welfare status. Our regional advisors are also available to support them with questions. Each year, we track developments and evaluate the program together with the farmers.
Biodiversity
Many dairy farmers are committed to agri-environmental management through various measures such as meadow bird protection, ditch bank management, and the creation or preservation of landscape elements. As part of our sustainability program, farmers can receive rewards for their efforts in promoting biodiversity.
In 2024, the number of farmers taking additional measures to enhance biodiversity on their land increased to 71%. Our goal is for 75% of our farmers to implement biodiversity-promoting practices.