Speakers will address challenges and opportunities facing the dairy sector at the California Dairy Sustainability Summit, March 24, 2026, in Visalia. SACRAMENTO, Calif. — March 5, 2026 — The California Dairy Sustainability Summit  organizing committee today announced the agenda  for this year’s program, to take place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 , at the Visalia Convention Center. Dairy farmers, policymakers, industry leaders, tech providers, and others will gather to discuss p

A look at the California dairy sector, tractor replacement, and other clean-air innovations. A robotic, electric-powered feed pusher moves feed closer on a Merced County dairy farm. C alifornia farmers have made major strides to help clean the air. Over the past two decades, about 15,000 pieces of agricultural equipment  in the San Joaquin Valley have been replaced wither newer, cleaner versions. This has been done in partnership with the state, with public and private invest

Watch dairy farmers’ water story. Learn more at the California Dairy Sustainability Summit. As the water scarcity challenge has evolved, California’s dairy farmers have continued to adapt, ensuring the most efficient use of each drop of water. In partnership with California Cattle Council, Dairy Cares recently released a new video about Water-Smart Dairy . The video highlights important efforts: Upcycling byproducts from other agricultural and food production as a major anima

The 2026 California Dairy Sustainability Summit will take place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 , at the Visalia Convention Center . Industry leaders, policymakers, dairy farmers, and other leading experts will take the stage to talk about the future of California dairy, efforts to address water scarcity, changing regulations, and the latest strategies for improving economic and environmental sustainability. Registration for dairy farmers is $50 and includes full access to sessio

California agriculture is a world leader in promoting resiliency and climate preparedness. However, there is a critical need to address water scarcity challenges.

Over the past eight years, California’s dairy farms have collectively achieved an annual reduction of 5 million metric tons of methane (CO2e) and counting. This is important, as scientists agree that reductions in methane emissions are critical to slowing global warming. The world-leading effort has drawn some well-deserved attention. Unfortunately, there are several common myths and misconceptions about California dairy’s methane reduction programs. Let’s explore the misnome

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