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Introducing the Gay Lea Foods On-Farm Sustainability Program
Simple. Practical. Farmer-Focused.
Supporting Gay Lea Foods members in adopting sustainability practices that reduce on-farm greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining productivity, profitability, and on-farm excellence.
Built by farmers, for farmers. This program was built through collaboration with staff and dairy farmer members. A group of 5 delegates and directors helped build this program which was then piloted by 15 delegates for final approval. This program aims to provide a farm specific overview of what sustainability strategies (BMPs) you are already using and recommend ones that you might not have thought of.
Follow the link below to submit your information and participate:
Gay Lea Foods On-Farm Sustainability Program Questionnaire (2026) – Fill out form
Why Participate?
✔ Only 25 Minutes to Complete
The program starts with a straightforward questionnaire and submission of your proAction® Environment Scorecard. Most producers can complete the process in approximately 25 minutes.
✔ Receive a $200 Grant (first 50 farms in fiscal 2027)
✔ Get a Personalized Farm Sustainability Report
Your report will identify:
• Sustainability practices already in place on your farm
• Opportunities to improve soil health, biodiversity, and environmental performance
• Science-backed recommendations tailored to your operation
• An estimate of your farm's emissions profile (based on science backed strategies)
• Potential areas for future improvement and investment
✔ Receive One-on-One Support
Review your report with a Gay Lea Foods sustainability specialist and discuss practical opportunities that fit your farm goals.
✔ Access Resources, Funding & Recognition
Learn about available grants, industry programs, and sustainability initiatives that can support your farm.
What producers are saying:
“Nice and easy. Well thought out questions that made me think and come up with real answers for our operation.”
“Very interesting and gets one, forward thinking towards the future”
“I think it is an important step forward for Gay Lea members and Ontario dairy farming in general”
If you’re looking for more information before signing on or have questions, contact Lisa Wormsbecher @ lwormsbecher@gayleafoods.com.