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PROMOTING THE FUTURE OF SOUTH AFRICAN DAIRY

The Milk Producers’ Organisation (MPO) is a representative producers organisation focused on serving the primary sector
of the South African dairy industry, through a range of supportive services which enables the dairy farmers to
build profitable, sustainable, and competitive businesses.

Animal Health &
Welfare

Advocating for the health and welfare of our animals and the sustainability of our industry.

Research
& Development

Connecting producers and processors with practical, coordinated research that drives innovation and industry growth.

Transformation

We offer skills training and transformative opportunities to help industry professionals grow and thrive.

Consumer Education

Championing the role of real milk in a healthy diet and an informed South Africa.

DSA

Impact of Good Agricultural Practice interventions on the South African Dairy Industry.

Skills –
Primary

Developing relevant skills and learning opportunities for primary dairy producers through MPO.

Skills –
Secondary

Developing relevant skills and learning opportunities for the secondary dairy industry through SAMPRO.

Industry
Information

Providing reliable industry information to support informed decisions and sustainable dairy growth.

BUSINESS PHILOSPHY

Dairy farming is not merely an industry – it is a legacy, a responsibility and a cornerstone of South Africa’s food security.

The Milk Producers’ Organisation’s business philosophy is centred around the idea that dairy farming is not just a business, but a way of life. The South African dairy farmer is the most important stakeholder of the MPO, and the organisation is committed to honouring this tradition and providing dairy farmers with the necessary tools, resources, and support needed to farm in a sustainable manner.

We acknowledge the nutritional value of milk as a product and its contribution to our country with reference to economic growth and development, job creation and food security.

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The dairy farmer is at the heart of everything we do.

BUSINESS PHILOSPHY

Dairy farming is not merely an industry – it is a legacy, a responsibility and a cornerstone of South Africa’s food security.

The Milk Producers’ Organisation’s business philosophy is centred around the idea that dairy farming is not just a business, but a way of life. The South African dairy farmer is the most important stakeholder of the MPO, and the organisation is committed to honouring this tradition and providing dairy farmers with the necessary tools, resources, and support needed to farm in a sustainable manner.

We acknowledge the nutritional value of milk as a product and its contribution to our country with reference to economic growth and development, job creation and food security.

”

The dairy farmer is at the heart of everything we do.

THE MPO
SUSTAINABILITY FRAMEWORK

Our five pillars work together to ensure a sustainable, ethical and profitable dairy industry for generations to come. All services and projects of the Milk Producers’ Organisation are aimed at providing a support structure to the South African dairy farmer to be sustainable and can be measured by the 5 Pillars of Sustainable Dairy Farming.

Sustainability
Framework

Environmental sustainability involves the implementation of practices that will reduce the environmental impact of dairy production, while maintaining farm productivity.

The economic viability of a dairy farm refers to the business' long-term ability to be financially sustainable and profitable.

The composition and quality of milk produced on a dairy farm involves the production of milk that meets high standards of nutritional content, safety, and purity.

The ethical and fair management of human resources, will ensure the well-being, safety, and development of farm workers.

The focus of animal health and welfare is largely centred around practices that ensure the physical and psychological well-being of dairy animals.

Sustainable dairy farming for all.

THE MPO SUSTAINABILITY FRAMEWORK

Our five pillars work together to ensure a sustainable, ethical and profitable dairy industry for generations to come. All services and projects of the Milk Producers’ Organisation are aimed at providing a support structure to the South African dairy farmer to be sustainable and can be measured by the 5 Pillars of Sustainable Dairy Farming.

Sustainability
Framework

Environmental sustainability involves the implementation of practices that will reduce the environmental impact of dairy production, while maintaining farm productivity.

The economic viability of a dairy farm refers to the business' long-term ability to be financially sustainable and profitable.

The composition and quality of milk produced on a dairy farm involves the production of milk that meets high standards of nutritional content, safety, and purity.

The ethical and fair management of human resources, will ensure the well-being, safety, and development of farm workers.

The focus of animal health and welfare is largely centred around practices that ensure the physical and psychological well-being of dairy animals.

Sustainable dairy farming for all.

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