Recently, in celebration of its 80th anniversary, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) solicited and recognized best practices and innovative achievements in fields such as sustainable livestock transformation, the "One Health" approach, and animal health. Modern Dairy was successfully selected for its innovative "Full Life-Cycle Low-Carbon Farming Model," becoming an outstanding representative of China's low-carbon transition in the livestock industry on the world stage.

On October 15, 2025, the FAO held a global technical recognition ceremony at its headquarters in Rome. Modern Dairy participated in this international event online, joining global peers in a dialogue on the path to sustainable agricultural transformation.

International Certification Highlights Prestigious Recognition

As the UN's leading agency for agriculture, food, and rural development, technical recognition from the FAO carries immense international credibility and prestige. This year's selection process spanned 90 countries, aiming to identify the best practices worldwide that demonstrate exceptional technical leadership, innovation, and effectiveness in advancing food security and sustainable agriculture and food systems. A total of 239 winners were selected across six fields, including sustainable livestock, South-South cooperation, and land, soil, and water management.

Selected cases were required not only to have a forward-thinking vision but also to demonstrate significant, proven results, scalability, and a strong contribution to the FAO's core "Four Betters" vision. Modern Dairy's ability to stand out from numerous global candidates signifies that its "Full Life-Cycle Low-Carbon Farming Model" has reached the forefront globally, offering a valuable "Chinese solution" for the sustainable development of the global livestock industry.

Full-Chain Innovation Builds a Quantifiable Low-Carbon Farming Paradigm

At Modern Dairy, the "Full Life-Cycle Low-Carbon Farming Model" is integrated across the entire chain, from feed cultivation and dairy farming to energy utilization, manure management, and even transportation. By establishing an internationally standardized quantitative monitoring system combined with a "model + actual measurement" dual-track verification mechanism, the model achieves precise carbon emission management and localized calibration.

In terms of technology integration, Modern Dairy promotes a multi-pronged approach that includes genetic improvement, precision nutrition regulation, a closed-loop waste-to-energy system, and the substitution of green energy. For example, by converting manure into biogas and organic fertilizer through anaerobic digestion, the company generated over 100 million kWh of biomass electricity in 2024. This replaced purchased fossil fuels and resulted in an annual emission reduction of 160,000 tons of CO2e, far exceeding the industry average.

Significant Results: A Dual Harvest of Environmental and Social Benefits

Data shows that under the same operational boundaries, Modern Dairy's emission intensity per unit of milk in 2024 decreased by 10% compared to 2021. Concurrently, the company has constructed 915 kilometers of manure transport pipelines and launched a "Fertilizer Substitution Initiative," applying over 8 million tons of organic fertilizer, which replaced 66,000 tons of chemical fertilizers and effectively promoted circular development within the agricultural system.

Partnering with FAO to Co-create a Sustainable Green Future

Modern Dairy's practices are highly aligned with the FAO's vision of the "Four Betters": Better Production, Better Nutrition, a Better Environment, and a Better Life. Particularly under the "One Health" concept, the company is driving the livestock industry toward a greener, healthier future by improving animal welfare, enhancing feed efficiency, and reducing the use of antibiotics and chemical fertilizers.

From its beginnings in Ma'anshan to its presence across China and now on the global stage, Modern Dairy has spent two decades pioneering and expanding. With the power of technology and a deep sense of responsibility, it has forged a path for low-carbon development in the livestock industry with unique Chinese characteristics.