Shining a light on pioneering farmers

Anthony Field, Head of our UK office, said:

We were founded nearly sixty years ago by Peter and Anna Roberts, dairy farmers who could no longer ignore the harms caused by the rapid intensification of the industry they loved. Supporting A Dairy Story feels especially fitting for us, because it shines a light on farmers who are once again challenging the status quo and proving that a more sustainable and compassionate model is possible. Rainton Farm’s cow-with calf system shows the kind of ingenuity and courage our founders championed, and we’re proud to help bring their story to audiences across the world.

Director of A Dairy Story, Ian Findlay, said:

I'm delighted that Compassion in World Farming has become an Official Partner of the film. It’s exciting that an organisation of their standing and influence is choosing to champion our documentary, and we are looking forward to working with them to raise awareness of Rainton Farm’s story.

The film’s Producer, Lorna Young, added:

We made this documentary because we believed David and Wilma's story deserved to be told. The rapid growth in interest in cow-with-calf dairy farming across Europe in recent years suggests this is a new segment of the dairy industry that is quickly gaining traction. Working with Compassion in World Farming feels like a natural next step, and we're pleased to have their support in taking the film to new audiences.

Where to watch

A Dairy Story will have its English premiere at Ramsgate International Film & TV Festival on 28 March and it continues to screen at international film festivals.

As an official partner, we will be supporting the promotion and distribution of the film by sharing news about the documentary through our communications channels, so stay tuned!

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