To be a leading voice in U.S. and global dairy policy
Our Vision
Amplify the voice of milk – the voice of our members – in Congress, with customers and in our communities to deliver maximum value and positive outcomes for dairy farmers.
Who we are and what we do
Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative is a verification cooperative led by dairy farmers working together to build a powerful voice in Congress, in their communities and with customers.
Established in 2010, Edge continues to lead on innovative federal dairy policy critical to farmers’ success.
We support dairy farmers in two important ways:
We bring a strong dairy farmer voice to Washington, D.C., to champion sound and reasonable policy for the dairy community.
We fulfil the requirements of the Federal Milk Marketing Order for farmers who sell their milk directly to a processor.
Milk needs a voice – with customers, in the community and on policy.
That voice of milk is the promise of Edge.
We are a multi-state verification cooperative lobbying on its members’ behalf in Washington, D.C.
The only cooperative working collaboratively throughout the supply chain with a focus on strengthening connections between farmers and the processors handling our members’ milk.
The only verification cooperative leading the way in on-farm sustainability efforts.
We rank as one of the largest cooperatives, based on milk volume in the country.
Authenticity. Growth. Excellence
Core Values
We are united through our common core values.
Authenticity
We bring the best versions of ourselves every day, acting with integrity, honesty and trust.
Being vulnerable
Respecting each other
Accepting of differences
Open and honest communication
Growth
We will be open-minded risk takers eager to learn, evolve and grow personally and professionally.
Being curious and courageous
Being professionally agile
Determination to succeed
Challenging the status quo
Excellence
We will hold ourselves and others accountable to meet and exceed expectations.
