IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2026 spotlight dairy innovations

The IDF Dairy Innovation Awards are designed to celebrate smart and inspiring solutions that are shaping a more sustainable, resilient and future‑ready global dairy sector.

The annual awards continue to champion excellence in sustainable farming, cutting‑edge processing and product development, and initiatives that support people and the planet; affirming dairy’s essential role in creating strong food systems and contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Entries are open until 5 June for innovations on farms and in processing and packaging plants, as well as nutrition, communications or sustainability solutions. Participation in the awards is free for IDF members while non-members can enter for a fee.

Sponsored by Tetra Pak, the award finalists will be announced on 5 October, with winners revealed in Auckland at the IDF World Dairy Summit, which is being held from 15–20 November.

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