Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2011 BC Dairy Industry Conference

The 3rd annual Dairy Conference was a smashing success with over 460 dairy producers and dairy industry affiliates coming together at the stunning Vancouver Convention Centre in Vancouver, BC. This year's theme was Sustainability: Cultivating the Future of the Dairy Industry, an important and timely topic for the industry. Throughout the three-day event, delegates were given the opportunity to learn from interesting and informative speakers and network with fellow producers and industry colleagues. Planning is already underway for next year's conference, so please check back for updates on next year's dates, speakers and events!

About the Dairy Industry

Agriculture is a key component of British Columbia’s economy and dairy production is at the top of the list, with dairy farm cash receipts totaling $493.8 million in 2009/2010. When taking into account direct employment on dairy farms and dairy processing plants, as well as the associated wholesale, retail and supply trades, the BC dairy industry provides employment for over 11,000 people. The contribution to the provincial and federal economies from this industry is estimated to be in excess of $1 billion per year. While milk production in British Columbia is concentrated largely in the Fraser Valley, there are seven other milk-producing regions in the province, making dairy one of the most regionally diverse sectors of BC agriculture.

A special thanks 2011's BC Dairy Industry Conference sponsors!