In a transformative development for sustainable dairy production, dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health has joined forces with Bureau Veritas Solutions Denmark to set a new global benchmark for verified environmental responsibility in animal protein, with a sharp focus on the dairy industry.
Announced through a formal memorandum of understanding (MoU), the strategic alliance combines dsm-firmenich’s advanced environmental footprinting platform, Sustell, with Bureau Veritas’ globally recognised expertise in third-party verification. Together, the partners aim to revolutionise how dairy farmers track, manage, and monetise their environmental impact—turning sustainability into both a strategic imperative and a commercial opportunity.
Bringing Transparency and Trust to Dairy Sustainability
At the heart of the partnership lies Sustell, a robust Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tool engineered specifically for the complexities of dairy farming. From feed sourcing to milk output, Sustell enables producers to measure their greenhouse gas emissions and other environmental parameters with exceptional accuracy. More importantly, it offers actionable pathways to reduce these impacts without compromising productivity.
Bureau Veritas, a global leader in certification and inspection services, will independently validate the environmental data generated by Sustell, adding a critical layer of credibility. This verification ensures that sustainability claims are scientifically sound, transparent, and aligned with international standards such as ISO 14040 and the Product Environmental Footprint (PEF) guidelines.
Making Sustainability Profitable for Dairy Farmers
This partnership tackles a long-standing challenge in dairy farming: how to balance profitability with environmental responsibility. By integrating dsm-firmenich’s proven nutritional innovations—which enhance animal health, feed efficiency, and milk yield—with verified sustainability metrics, the collaboration enables farmers to participate in emerging carbon credit markets and premium supply chains demanding verified low-carbon milk.
“Sustainability must be both credible and commercially viable,” said Dr Heinz Flatnitzer, Head of Emissions Value Management at dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health. “With Sustell and Bureau Veritas together, dairy farmers now have a science-backed platform that not only reduces their carbon footprint but also unlocks new sources of income. This is a paradigm shift in how we approach sustainable dairy.”
Tomas Riegels-Jørgensen, representing Bureau Veritas Solutions Denmark, added: “Our role is to ensure that sustainability claims can withstand scrutiny from regulators, consumers, and markets. Working with dsm-firmenich allows us to elevate transparency in dairy to new heights. This collaboration proves that climate-smart dairy farming is not only possible—it’s profitable.”
A Scalable Model for Climate-Smart Dairy Worldwide
With pressure mounting from consumers, regulators, and downstream buyers to decarbonise agriculture, the DSM-Firmenich–Bureau Veritas partnership arrives at a pivotal moment. Dairy producers now have access to a digital, data-driven toolset that allows them to:
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions per litre of milk
- Improve feed formulation and herd performance
- Benchmark against global best practices
- Secure premium pricing through verified sustainability
- Participate in carbon markets and green finance schemes
By offering end-to-end sustainability intelligence—backed by independent verification—the alliance sets a powerful precedent for how the dairy sector can meet its climate goals while safeguarding profitability.
Final Thoughts: Setting the Gold Standard for Verified Dairy Sustainability
As the global food system races to cut emissions, the partnership between dsm-firmenich and Bureau Veritas represents a milestone for science-led, verified sustainability in dairy. For producers seeking to thrive in a low-carbon economy, this collaboration offers more than tools—it offers a competitive edge.
