Dairy Farmers of Canada Seeking Nominations for 2013 Dairy Farm Sustainably Award

Dec 17, 2012

Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) is now accepting nominations for its second annual Farm Sustainability Award.

The award is designed to recognize Canadian dairy farmers who have adopted environmentally sustainable practices to their farming operations. These sustainable practices must also include social benefits, meaning they must be something that other farmers can also implement on their farms. Some of the areas that are focused on relate to natural resources, conservation projects, and anything related to energy use.

"Last year, we were proud to recognize four exceptional dairy farm families," said Wally Smith, President of Dairy Farmers of Canada. "Their efforts and contributions to sustainable dairy farming are innovative and go beyond industry standards. We hope to see more outstanding submissions this year that show how farmers work to reduce their environmental footprint!"

There will be four finalists chosen and one overall winner will also be announced. The four finalists will each receive $1000.00 and the overall winner will receive $2000.00, a keepsake trophy as well as a complementary trip to the Dairy Farmers of Canada’s 2013 annual general meeting that will be held in Toronto.

The deadline for nomination applications is March 1st, 2013. More information about the award and application process can be found at dairyfarmers.ca

Video: Winter Service Inspections for John Deere Equipment - The FarmCast Ep64

The FarmCast, host Troy Randall speaks with Doug Luedke, Vice President of Service, and Davin Peterson, Executive Vice President of Aftermarket at 21st Century Equipment, to discuss the importance of proactive service and how it helps farmers reduce downtime during their busiest seasons. The conversation focuses on the Winter Service Inspection Program, a comprehensive approach designed to keep equipment running at peak performance and limit costly in-season breakdowns through preventative maintenance and expert technician support.

Doug and Devin explain how 21st Century Equipment’s service teams have evolved to meet the needs of today’s connected machines. With more technology and data integrated into modern equipment, technicians now play a vital role in both mechanical repairs and precision ag support. Through advanced diagnostics, machine monitoring, and John Deere’s Expert Alerts, they can identify and address potential issues before they become major problems—saving customers valuable time, money, and frustration.

Throughout the discussion, the team shares real-world success stories demonstrating how proactive inspections and customer-focused service help maximize uptime and efficiency for every operation. Whether it’s a large tractor, combine, or small mower, the goal remains the same: to provide trusted, reliable support that helps farmers and landowners stay productive and confident in their equipment year-round.