FARM ES Version 3 Guide Released

Prep Guide Helps Farmers and Evaluators Navigate Updates

The National Dairy FARM Program has launched its Environmental Stewardship Version 3 Prep Guide, offering dairy farmers and evaluators essential information to prepare for the new assessment model.

This updated Prep Guide outlines how to collect and input data, tips for accurate evaluation completion, and expectations under the new program version. It supports preparation and confidence before evaluations take place.

Training is a core part of the rollout. An optional advanced manure-module session was held on May 28, focusing on how manure management practices can influence evaluation outcomes and environmental footprint calculations.

Each advanced session is crafted for evaluators wanting to expand their understanding of Version 3. These sessions teach how different data inputs affect environmental scores and how evaluators can run improvement scenarios with producers.

These efforts are part of a broader push toward continuous improvement, helping the dairy sector achieve environmental goals through informed decisions and proactive management.

“The optional advanced manure-module training session held May 28 provided an in-depth overview of how manure management can influence ES Version 3 results.”

FARM encourages producers and evaluators to explore the Prep Guide and participate in optional trainings. These resources ensure a smoother transition into Version 3 and support long-term sustainability in dairy operations.

For more details, visit the FARM Program’s official site and download the latest Prep Guide.