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The International Dairy Federation.
1International Dairy Federation, 6661 Tamany Drive, Victoria, B.C. Canada.
The International Dairy Federation (IDF) promotes global dairy industry solutions through international cooperation. Its structure facilitates scientific, technical, and economic problem-solving via expert groups and annual sessions.
Area of Science:
- Dairy Science and Technology
- International Agricultural Cooperation
- Food Policy and Economics
Background:
- Established in 1903, the International Dairy Federation (IDF) is a non-governmental organization.
- IDF operates through a network of National Committees representing diverse dairy interests across 31 member countries.
- Finances are primarily derived from annual membership fees.
Purpose of the Study:
- To promote international cooperation for solving scientific, technical, and economic challenges in the global dairy sector.
- To facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration among dairy industry leaders worldwide.
- To address all aspects relevant to the international dairy industry through specialized commissions.
Main Methods:
- Coordination of activities by a permanent secretariat based in Brussels.
- Technical and scientific work is conducted by six special Commissions under the Commission of Studies.
- Voluntary contributions from global dairy industry leaders through Expert Groups and Annual Sessions.
Main Results:
- IDF facilitates solutions to international dairy problems via collaborative efforts.
- The organization's structure supports policy development through the Executive Committee and General Assembly.
- IDF activities include sponsored Seminars, Symposia, and Congresses to advance the dairy field.
Conclusions:
- The IDF effectively leverages international collaboration to address complex issues in the dairy industry.
- The organization's structure and voluntary contributions are key to its success.
- Continued international cooperation is essential for the advancement of dairy science, technology, and economics.
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