Objectives and scope

The primary objective is to produce safe, high-quality milk from healthy animals while applying sustainable management that considers animal welfare, environmental protection and socioeconomic factors. Key practice areas include animal health, milking hygiene, nutrition and water, welfare, environmental management and responsible farm governance.

Role in the dairy value chain

GDFP recognizes the dairy farm as a critical part of the wider value chain that includes input suppliers, milk haulers, processors, distributors, retailers and consumers. Each participant contributes to an integrated food safety and quality assurance system. By following GDFP, farms reduce risk and support both short- and long-term business performance.

Benefits of GDFP certification with ACS Canada

• Demonstrates that farm systems are designed and implemented to meet global food safety and quality expectations
• Reduces contamination risk and supports consumer protection through verified milking and hygiene controls
• Signals reliable practices recognized in international markets, improving buyer confidence and access
• Strengthens readiness with documented procedures, monitoring and recall coordination across partners

Certifying your farm under GDFP with ACS Canada builds trust in your products and supports responsible, sustainable dairy farming that underpins long-term success.

Get started

Share your herd size, site layout, current hygiene programs and monitoring records to receive a tailored proposal and audit plan.

Email: info@canadacerts.ca | Phone: +1 (604) 924-5506