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Dairy Farmers Of America

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is a leading cooperative based in the United States, primarily serving the dairy industry. Founded in 1998, DFA has grown to encompass a vast network of dairy farmers across major operational regions, including the Midwest and the West. The cooperative focuses on milk production, processing, and marketing, offering a diverse range of dairy products such as fluid milk, cheese, and butter. DFA is renowned for its commitment to quality and sustainability, ensuring that its products meet the highest standards. With a strong market position, the cooperative has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its operational capabilities. As a trusted name in the dairy sector, Dairy Farmers of America continues to lead the way in innovation and community support, making it a cornerstone of the American dairy landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Dairy Farmers Of America's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

13

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Milk Farms industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Dairy Farmers Of America's score of 13 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dairy Farmers Of America's reported carbon emissions

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), headquartered in the United States, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, DFA has committed to a significant reduction target. The company aims to reduce absolute GHG emissions across all scopes—Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3—by 30% by the year 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. DFA's commitment aligns with industry standards for climate action, as their targets are classified as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to well below 2°C. This proactive approach reflects the company's dedication to sustainability within the food and beverage processing sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dairy Farmers Of America's primary industry is Raw milk, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Dairy Farmers Of America is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Dairy Farmers Of America is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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